US President Trump seeks to promote 'fair' trade with Japan[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
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US President Trump seeks to promote 'fair' trade with Japan[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pose for a photograph as they walk to board Marine One departing for Andrews Air Force Base en route to West Palm Beach, Florida, after their joint press conference at the White House in Washington DC, US on Feb 10, 2017. WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump said on Friday that his country will seek to promote a "fair and reciprocal" trade relationship with Japan. Abe said Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso and US Vice President Mike Pence will create a new framework for economic dialogue, adding that "I am quite optimistic that the good results will be seen from the dialogue." During the presidential campaign last year, Trump blasted as unfair US defense obligations with allies, including Japan, raising concerns in Japan about his foreign policy priorities in Asia.

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Japan's Trade Minister fails to win U.S. assurances on tariff exemptions
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Japan's Trade Minister fails to win U.S. assurances on tariff exemptions

The Hindu  

Japan's Trade Minister said this week that he has failed to win assurances from U.S. officials that the key U.S. ally will be exempt from tariffs, some of which take effect on Wednesday. Mr. Muto said Monday in Washington that Japan, which contributes to the U.S. economy by heavily investing and creating jobs in the United States, “should not be …

US-Japan alliance unequal, Trump complains
2 weeks, 6 days ago

US-Japan alliance unequal, Trump complains

Raw Story  

President Donald Trump said Japan is not required to protect the United States militarily and makes "a fortune" from it economically, as he fired off an impromptu broadside at a key ally. Meanwhile Tokyo's economy, trade and industry minister Yoji Muto told reporters that he hoped his US trip would "be a win-win for both Japanese and US national interests." …

Japanese PM walking a thin line of diplomacy
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Japanese PM walking a thin line of diplomacy

China Daily  

FILE PHOTO: US President Donald Trump meets with Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House in Washington, US, February 7, 2025. However, by signaling an intention to improve relations with China, Ishiba has sought to shift toward a more independent "Japan First" foreign policy, balancing relations between China and the US. According to Tokyo-based international relations analyst Yang …

Ishiba's visit to gratify Washington at cost of neighbors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ishiba's visit to gratify Washington at cost of neighbors

China Daily  

File photo: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba attends a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, Sept 27, 2024. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba paid his first official visit to the US from Feb 6 to 8, during which he met with US President Donald Trump. In the meeting with Trump, Ishiba also emphasized that Japan has led foreign direct investments in …

Ishiba's visit to gratify Washington at cost of neighbors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ishiba's visit to gratify Washington at cost of neighbors

China Daily  

File photo: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba attends a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, Sept 27, 2024. Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba paid his first official visit to the US from Feb 6 to 8, during which he met with US President Donald Trump. In the meeting with Trump, Ishiba also emphasized that Japan has led foreign direct investments in …

Trump, Japan’s Ishiba play nice despite tariff threat
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump, Japan’s Ishiba play nice despite tariff threat

Al Jazeera  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and US President Donald Trump have struck a warm tone in their first meeting, with Tokyo avoiding tariffs that Trump has slapped on other allies – for now. Ishiba, an avowed “geek” and model warship fan, has been under pressure to replicate Trump’s close relationship with former premier and golf buddy, Shinzo Abe. And the …

Trump meets Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba, vows to address trade deficit and strengthen bilateral ties
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump meets Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba, vows to address trade deficit and strengthen bilateral ties

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House on Friday and said the two countries would work to cut Washington’s trade deficit with Tokyo amid escalating trade tensions threatening to rupture the global economy US President Donald Trump welcomes Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House in Washington, US, on Friday. Reuters …

Japan's Ishiba makes a whirlwind Washington trip to try to forge a personal connection with Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Japan's Ishiba makes a whirlwind Washington trip to try to forge a personal connection with Trump

Hindustan Times  

WASHINGTON — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba didn't skimp on the legwork as he prepared for his first meeting with President Donald Trump. Japan's Ishiba makes a whirlwind Washington trip to try to forge a personal connection with Trump He huddled this week with SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, two executives Trump recently hosted at the …

Japan’s Ishiba makes a whirlwind Washington trip to try to forge a personal connection with Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s Ishiba makes a whirlwind Washington trip to try to forge a personal connection with Trump

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba didn’t skimp on the legwork as he prepared for his first meeting with President Donald Trump. Trump in December said he was “totally against the once great and powerful U.S. Steel being bought by a foreign company.” Ishiba isn’t necessarily planning on bringing up the deal but has prepped to make a fulsome …

Japan PM to tread carefully in Trump talks
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Japan PM to tread carefully in Trump talks

Raw Story  

by Danny KEMP Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will cautiously try to convince Donald Trump to treat Tokyo better than other allies Friday when he becomes the second foreign leader to meet the US president since his return to power. While the avowed "geek" and model warship fan is unlikely to replicate Trump's close bond with former premier and golf …

Trump meets Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba as China trade war simmers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump meets Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba as China trade war simmers

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump meets Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba for the first time on Friday as two allies wary of China's rise in work to boost business and security ties while an escalating trade war threatens to rupture the global economy. Mr. Trump put a 10% tariff on all imports from China in what he called an "opening salvo" …

Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump

NPR  

Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump toggle caption Kevin Wolf/FR33460 AP SEOUL — In his meeting with President Trump today, Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces a challenge to build personal chemistry with the leader of the country his people depend on for security and trade, while also overcoming Trump's long-held concerns about being taken …

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts

China Daily  

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on Jan 20, 2025. These developments set the stage for a diplomatic event: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's visit to Washington to meet with President Trump. Another controversial aspect of Ishiba's foreign policy approach has been his push for an Asian NATO, …

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts

China Daily  

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on Jan 20, 2025. These developments set the stage for a diplomatic event: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's visit to Washington to meet with President Trump. Another controversial aspect of Ishiba's foreign policy approach has been his push for an Asian NATO, …

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US-Japan ties should help build bridges, not inflame conflicts

China Daily  

Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th US President in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on Jan 20, 2025. These developments set the stage for a diplomatic event: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's visit to Washington to meet with President Trump. Another controversial aspect of Ishiba's foreign policy approach has been his push for an Asian NATO, …

Japan PM heads to U.S. for Trump summit
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Japan PM heads to U.S. for Trump summit

The Hindu  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba heads to the United States on Thursday ahead of President Donald Trump’s second summit with a foreign leader since his return to the White House. Mr. Ishiba will be pushing for reassurance on the importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance, as Mr. Trump’s “America First” agenda risks encroaching on the nations’ trade and defence ties. He …

Japan PM to meet Trump on Feb 6-8 U.S. trip
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Japan PM to meet Trump on Feb 6-8 U.S. trip

Raw Story  

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will meet President Donald Trump on a visit to the United States this week, top government spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi said on Tuesday. "If circumstances permit, he will visit the United States from February 6-8 and hold first face-to-face Japan-US summit meeting with President Trump in Washington DC," Hayashi said. The Nikkei business daily reported that …

Curious but true Japan is worried about Trump imposing new tariffs on China
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Curious but true Japan is worried about Trump imposing new tariffs on China

Firstpost  

Japan’s economy could face significant challenges if US President Donald Trump imposes new tariffs on China. Japan’s chief economist said that such measures could negatively affect the country’s economy, though Japanese companies may be better prepared this time. AP Japan’s economy could suffer if US President Donald Trump slaps fresh tariffs on China, sparking a renewed US-China trade war, the …

Japanese premier says stronger alliance with US is key to regional stability, seeks to meet Trump
3 months ago

Japanese premier says stronger alliance with US is key to regional stability, seeks to meet Trump

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Tuesday strengthening his country’s alliance with the United States is key to regional security and expressed his desire to meet with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. “I hope to hold talks with President-elect Trump as early as possible so that we can elevate the Japan-U.S. alliance to even higher levels,” Ishiba told …

Trump to meet late Shinzo Abe’s wife over a private dinner amid political uncertainty in Japan
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump to meet late Shinzo Abe’s wife over a private dinner amid political uncertainty in Japan

Firstpost  

Amid political uncertainty in Japan, US President-elect Donald Trump is planning to meet with Akie Abe, the wife of late Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, on Sunday over a private dinner at his resort in Florida, news agency Reuters has reported. – U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is planning to meet with Akie Abe, the widow of the late Japanese Prime …

Japan’s Ishiba vows to boost military and forge closer ties with US under Donald Trump
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s Ishiba vows to boost military and forge closer ties with US under Donald Trump

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Japan’s prime minister Shigeru Ishiba …

Kishida government gets jittery once again, as Biden-Trump clash hots up
1 year ago

Kishida government gets jittery once again, as Biden-Trump clash hots up

China Daily  

US President Joe Biden speaks during a campaign event at Pullman Yards in Atlanta, Georgia, US March 9, 2024. As a Biden-Trump contest is becoming increasingly clear in the US presidential elections, the Fumio Kishida government is in touch with the Donald Trump camp to explore Trump's policy toward Japan. After Biden won the US election in 2020, the Japanese …

Trump marks U.S.-Japan security pact with call for stronger, deeper alliance
5 years, 2 months ago

Trump marks U.S.-Japan security pact with call for stronger, deeper alliance

The Hindu  

President Donald Trump marked the 60th anniversary of the signing of the security treaty between the United States and Japan with a call for a stronger and deeper alliance between the two countries, despite criticising the pact six months ago. “I am confident that in the months and years ahead, Japan's contributions to our mutual security will continue to grow, …

Trump Signs First Phase Of China Trade Agreement
5 years, 2 months ago

Trump Signs First Phase Of China Trade Agreement

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed a trade agreement Wednesday with China that is expected to boost exports from U.S. farmers and manufacturers and is aimed at lowering tensions in a long-running dispute between the economic powers. Chinese leader Xi Jinping, in a letter to Trump that was read by Beijing’s chief negotiator Liu He, said concluding …

Trump may sign US-Japan trade deal proclamation next week
5 years, 3 months ago

Trump may sign US-Japan trade deal proclamation next week

Al Jazeera  

The deal improves access to Japan for US farm products and reduces some US tariffs on Japanese industrial goods. United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer on Wednesday applauded Japan‘s legislative approval of limited US trade deals and said that US President Donald Trump was expected to sign an implementing proclamation next week. “I commend Japan’s quick action to approve these …

Trump may sign China trade deal in Iowa
5 years, 4 months ago

Trump may sign China trade deal in Iowa

India TV News  

US President Donald Trump has said that he is considering signing the first phase of the long-awaited trade deal with China in Iowa. Earlier in the day, Trump's economic advisor Larry Kudlow said that the negotiations with China on a trade deal are going quite well. Since last year when Trump launched a trade war with China, the US and …

Donald Trump's state dinner for Scott Morrison doesn't hide the big differences between Australia and America
5 years, 6 months ago

Donald Trump's state dinner for Scott Morrison doesn't hide the big differences between Australia and America

ABC  

If you follow the theory that there's no such thing as a free lunch, what is it that Donald Trump might want from Scott Morrison, having lavished every conceivable presidential offering on him? Being Trump's 'bestie' Scott Morrison and the US President have struck an early bromance, but we're left with a lot of questions on what that means for …

Trump and Abe agree on new trade deal that will see Japan slash tariffs on US agricultural imports
5 years, 7 months ago

Trump and Abe agree on new trade deal that will see Japan slash tariffs on US agricultural imports

Daily Mail  

Donald Trump says he and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe reached a trade deal 'in principle' on Sunday at the annual Group of Seven summit. The president claimed the agreement was favorable to U.S. farmers, because it Japan would be buying up excess corn that's rotting on the stalk now that a China trade accord is no longer imminent. President …

Trump talks trade at G20, China’s Xi warns against protectionism
5 years, 8 months ago

Trump talks trade at G20, China’s Xi warns against protectionism

Live Mint  

Osaka: US President Donald Trump made clear on Friday that trade was his top priority at a summit of leaders of Group of 20 nations, as China's Xi Jinping warned against rising protectionism and India, Japan and Russia defended multilateral trade rules. Trump, who is holding a series of meetings on the sidelines with world leaders, including Japan's Shinzo Abe …

In Japan, Donald Trump eyes 2020 presidential race while pushing allies on trade
5 years, 8 months ago

In Japan, Donald Trump eyes 2020 presidential race while pushing allies on trade

India TV News  

In Japan, Donald Trump eyes 2020 presidential race while pushing allies on trade With an array of world issues on the agenda, Donald Trump could not resist weighing in on events at home: As he held meetings with these world leaders, 10 Democrats stood on a stage in Miami as part of the first debates of the 2020 presidential race. …

In Japan, Trump Pushes Allies On Trade Before Meeting Putin
5 years, 9 months ago

In Japan, Trump Pushes Allies On Trade Before Meeting Putin

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING OSAKA, Japan — President Donald Trump opened his most consequential trip of the year by plunging into a series of high-stakes meetings at an international summit in Japan on Friday by pushing allies on both trade and defense spending. Talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel will follow before Trump holds his first meeting with Russian President Vladimir …

China trade talks ‘back on track’ after Trump-Xi meeting
5 years, 9 months ago

China trade talks ‘back on track’ after Trump-Xi meeting

CNN  

Osaka, Japan CNN — US President Donald Trump says trade talks with China have been successfully revived and new tariffs are on hold after his highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump said the US would be working “where we left off” in trade talks with China. No commitments ahead of talks Video Ad Feedback Trump official: Farmers …

Scott Morrison meets with Donald Trump over dinner in Japan ahead of G20 Summit
5 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison meets with Donald Trump over dinner in Japan ahead of G20 Summit

ABC  

Scott Morrison has met with Donald Trump at a dinner meeting in Osaka, speaking with the US President for more than an hour as the leaders prepared for the annual G20 Summit. Key points: The US President said Australia had done well on trade under his administration Mr Morrison mentioned to Mr Trump the importance of resolving the US-China trade …

Ahead of meeting with Xi, Trump voices optimism for ‘productive’ trade talks
5 years, 9 months ago

Ahead of meeting with Xi, Trump voices optimism for ‘productive’ trade talks

LA Times  

President Trump sounded a note of optimism Friday about his highly anticipated meeting the next day with Chinese President Xi Jinping, suggesting that the leaders could again call a truce in their trade war as the two countries resume negotiations. Although Trump gave no assurance that he would not slap new tariffs on China, he said of his upcoming discussions …

In Japan, Trump begins talks on trade, Iran, North Korea
5 years, 9 months ago

In Japan, Trump begins talks on trade, Iran, North Korea

Associated Press  

OSAKA, Japan — President Donald Trump began his most consequential overseas trip of the year on Thursday with a warm dinner with the prime minister of Australia, a friendly opening act before the impending gauntlet of negotiations on international crises, trade wars and a growing global to-do list. The two men traded praise in the moments of the meal that …

G-20 Summit in Japan: Donald Trump arrives in Osaka, sets tone for 'fractious' meeting of world leaders after his 'India tariff hike' tweet
5 years, 9 months ago

G-20 Summit in Japan: Donald Trump arrives in Osaka, sets tone for 'fractious' meeting of world leaders after his 'India tariff hike' tweet

Firstpost  

Taking to Twitter just hours before his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump has offset any hopes that Indians might have of the United States reconsidering its position on adversarial trade policy and a clampdown approach towards the H1-B Visa. Osaka : President Donald Trump arrived in Japan’s Osaka on Thursday on the eve of a high-stakes G20 summit …

Trade and terror: When Modi meets Trump in Japan
5 years, 9 months ago

Trade and terror: When Modi meets Trump in Japan

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Japan and will be meeting US President Donald Trump on Friday in Osaka, the venue for G20 summit. Modi-Trump meeting assumes significance in the wake of increasing differences between the two countries over trade tariff, India's defence deal with Russia and US's posturing against Iran. He wrote, "I look forward to speaking with Prime …

Donald Trump's trade war with China causing collateral damage, Scott Morrison says ahead of G20 Summit
5 years, 9 months ago

Donald Trump's trade war with China causing collateral damage, Scott Morrison says ahead of G20 Summit

ABC  

The US-China trade war has caused "collateral damage" around the world, according to Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who will today warn the global trading system is under real pressure as the relationship between the countries continues to deteriorate. Key points: The US and China have increased tariffs on each other's imports in the past year Prime Minister Scott Morrison will …

Trump faces trade war negotiations during consequential G20 meetings
5 years, 9 months ago

Trump faces trade war negotiations during consequential G20 meetings

CNN  

Osaka, Japan CNN — Trade wars – and the prospect of actual war – will dominate President Donald Trump’s agenda as he touches down here in Osaka, Japan, Thursday for a highly consequential meeting of world leaders. Trade tensions Trump’s most closely watched meeting comes Saturday when he sits for talks with Xi. Later, as he greeted US troops during …

Correction: Trump-Japan story
5 years, 9 months ago

Correction: Trump-Japan story

Associated Press  

TOKYO — In a story May 26 about President Donald Trump’s visit to a sumo match in Japan, The Associated Press reported erroneously that spectators at sumo matches sometimes throw seat cushions when they are disappointed with the outcome. A corrected version of the story is below: Sumo diplomacy: Abe courts Trump with burgers, golf, more Sumo-sized diplomacy: Japanese Prime …

Flattery in Japan in rearview, Trump returns to DC snarls
5 years, 9 months ago

Flattery in Japan in rearview, Trump returns to DC snarls

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Four days of fun and flattery in Tokyo are over for President Donald Trump. Abe timed the visit so that Trump would be the first head of state to meet Japan’s new Emperor Naruhito. Trump also became the first American president to attend a major sumo wrestling tournament and — in another first — award the champion a …

Trump in Japan: Pomp and tense circumstance
5 years, 10 months ago

Trump in Japan: Pomp and tense circumstance

Associated Press  

TOKYO — All the pomp and pageantry in the world couldn’t paper over the tensions between President Donald Trump and Japan’s Shinzo Abe on two of their most pressing issues: North Korea and trade. I am personally not.” Abe, in contrast, said the missile tests were “of great regret.” The conflict demonstrates the limits of Abe’s long-term strategy of showering …

Trump willing to Iran talks, hints at Japan mediation
5 years, 10 months ago

Trump willing to Iran talks, hints at Japan mediation

The Quint  

Tokyo, May 27 Visiting US President Donald Trump said here on Monday that he was willing to talk to Iran to ease the ongoing tensions between the two nations, while highlighting the mediation role Japan could play in the process. "I know the Prime Minister and Japan have a very good relationship with Iran," Trump told the media before his …

President Trump meets with Japan's Shinzo Abe about Iran, North Korea and trade
5 years, 10 months ago

President Trump meets with Japan's Shinzo Abe about Iran, North Korea and trade

Daily Mail  

President Donald Trump called former Vice President Joe Biden a 'low IQ individual' on Monday in Tokyo, repeating an insult that North Korea had used, as he wrapped a day of meetings with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. President Donald Trump called former Vice President Joe Biden a 'low IQ individual' on Monday in Tokyo, repeating an insult that North …

US President to eye US-Japan trade deal in August
5 years, 10 months ago

US President to eye US-Japan trade deal in August

Live Mint  

Washington: The US President Donald Trump said he may announce something on a US-Japan trade agreement in August, giving Prime Minister Shinzo Abe breathing space on the contentious issue as his ruling party heads into elections planned for July. On trade, the two countries still have differences and agreed “to work to get a deal done quickly,” Japan Economy Minister …

Donald Trump becomes first foreign leader to meet Japan's new Emperor Naruhito: Shinzo Abe hopes 'honour' will charm US president ahead of thorny trade talks
5 years, 10 months ago

Donald Trump becomes first foreign leader to meet Japan's new Emperor Naruhito: Shinzo Abe hopes 'honour' will charm US president ahead of thorny trade talks

Firstpost  

Donald Trump became the first foreign leader to meet with Japan’s newly enthroned Emperor Naruhito — an honour Prime Minister Shinzo Abe hopes will help charm the US president when it comes to thorny trade talks Tokyo: Donald Trump on Monday became the first foreign leader to meet with Japan’s newly enthroned Emperor Naruhito — an honour Prime Minister Shinzo …

The Latest: Trump to meet Japan’s emperor, talk with Abe
5 years, 10 months ago

The Latest: Trump to meet Japan’s emperor, talk with Abe

Associated Press  

TOKYO — The Latest on President Donald Trump’s trip to Japan : 2:20 a.m. Monday After a day spent playing golf and watching sumo wrestling, President Donald Trump gets down to more formal business Monday during his trip to Japan. ___ 6:45 p.m. President Donald Trump says he had “a great day” playing golf and attending a sumo tournament with …

Donald Trump in Tokyo: US president says he will make trade relations with Japan ‘a little more fair’
5 years, 10 months ago

Donald Trump in Tokyo: US president says he will make trade relations with Japan ‘a little more fair’

Firstpost  

President Donald Trump Saturday vowed to make the US trade relationship with Japan a “little bit more fair”, as he kicked off a four-day visit to Tokyo aimed at cementing ties between the two close allies. Tokyo: President Donald Trump Saturday vowed to make the US trade relationship with Japan a “little bit more fair”, as he kicked off a …

Donald Trump opens state visit by needling Japan over trade issues
5 years, 10 months ago

Donald Trump opens state visit by needling Japan over trade issues

ABC  

US President Donald Trump opened a state visit to Japan by needling the country over its trade imbalance with the United States. Key points: Mr Trump told business leaders in Tokyo that Japan had had "a substantial edge" in trade with the US for many years He said the two countries were "hard at work" on trade negotiations Mr Trump …

Trump opens state visit, needles Japan over trade issues
5 years, 10 months ago

Trump opens state visit, needles Japan over trade issues

Associated Press  

TOKYO — President Donald Trump opened a state visit to Japan on Saturday by needling the American ally over its trade imbalance with the United States. Trump also promoted the U.S. under his leadership, saying “there’s never been a better time” to invest or do business in America, and he urged corporate leaders to come. “I would say that Japan …

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