Alibaba's chairman, Joe Tsai, is suggesting that Asian businesses don’t need to rely solely on the U.S. for growth—especially with ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China. Instead, he’s pointing to opportunities within Asia itself and in Europe as alternative markets. It’s a pragmatic shift in strategy, acknowledging geopolitical realities while keeping expansion ambitions alive.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Alibaba—it’s a sign of how global companies are adapting to a world where U.S.-China tensions are reshaping trade and investment flows. For businesses in Asia, it’s a nudge to diversify and rethink where their next big opportunities might come from. For everyone else, it’s a reminder that economic power dynamics are shifting, and companies are playing the long game.