Japan Trade Policy

Trump Suggests No Trade Deal with Japan: Reactions and Concerns

Trump suggests there won’t be a trade deal with Japan, and it’s hard not to notice the pattern emerging. First, there was a “no deal with Canada,” and now the same seems to be the fate for Japan. It’s a bit bewildering, really. You start to wonder who’s next on the list of countries apparently not worthy of a trade agreement. It’s almost becoming predictable, this string of no-deals.

The whole situation begs the question: what was it about Japan? Did they do something wrong? Were they “nasty,” as the saying goes? The constant shifts in his position make it tough to keep up.… Continue reading

Japan Rejects Trump’s Trade Demands, Calling His Approach “Emotional”

Ahead of upcoming U.S.-Japan trade talks, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stated Japan will not make major concessions to secure a deal, while also rejecting retaliatory tariffs. Ishiba emphasized the need to understand President Trump’s motivations, both logical and emotional, regarding tariffs and trade. These negotiations are significant due to the substantial trade volume between the two nations and their complex security relationship, impacting various sectors including autos, electronics, and agriculture. The talks commence on April 17th, with the potential for significant changes to the bilateral trade relationship.

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