U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday he had "positive and constructive" talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, as the two major powers vied to push their agendas in Asia at a time of tension over Washington's tariff offensive.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said that against the backdrop of rampant unilateralism and protectionism, China and ASEAN countries are demonstrating a strong desire to support each other, unite and cooperate, and jointly meet challenges.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says there are “areas of potential cooperation” between Washington and Beijing.

From anxiety gripping China’s workforce to Trump slapping a 35 per cent tariff on Canada, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

China and Asean have agreed on a five-year plan that specifies collaboration in over 40 fields. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

China is willing to play a constructive role in promoting dialogue and de-escalation between Thailand and Cambodia over their recent border

As this year marks the 20th anniversary of the East Asia Summit, Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday emphasized the importance for all parties to use this milestone as an opportunity to enhance understanding, trust, maintain peace and stability, and promote development and prosperity.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized the US for imposing high tariffs on ASEAN countries based on a single letter, calling it a typical act of unilateral bullying that no country would support.