Asia is entering a critical phase of industrial realignment — driven by evolving trade dynamics, shifting economic power, and surging demand for strategic metals like aluminium.
Join CRU’s expert analysts for an exclusive webinar unpacking the key macroeconomic signals and aluminium market trends that will shape business decisions across the region in 2025 and beyond.
We will look at:
Post-Tariff World: Navigating Trade Volatility and Strategic Diversification in APAC
- The global economy remains under pressure from persistent trade frictions, even amid US-China de-escalation.
- China’s pivot to upstream production and diversification of export markets is reshaping regional flows.
- Indonesia and other Southeast Asian economies are adjusting via new partnerships and trade routes.
Aluminium Under Pressure: Pricing Volatility, Trade Tensions & APAC's Growth Path
- LME prices are volatile and sensitive to macro risks and trade policy.
- Demand outside China is recovering slowly, but countries like Indonesia and Vietnam show strong growth.
- Indonesia is expected to lead capacity additions in aluminium over the next decade, with potential to fill the gap left by constrained Chinese exports.