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Japan Urges U.S. for Swift Tariff Cuts Amid Confusion

8/9/2025

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Japan is pressing the U.S. to promptly enact promised tariff reductions on automotive imports, as confusion lingers over their trade agreement. Chief negotiator Ryosei Akazawa is calling for clear guidelines on tariffs for other products, while Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces backlash for lacking written assurances, complicating Japan's trade approach amid shifting U.S. policies.

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Japan is pressing the U.S. to promptly enact promised tariff reductions on automotive imports, as confusion lingers over their trade agreement. Chief negotiator Ryosei Akazawa is calling for clear guidelines on tariffs for other products, while Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces backlash for lacking written assurances, complicating Japan's trade approach amid shifting U.S. policies.