Editorial

15:37 JST, September 6, 2025

Concerns regarding any discrepancies about the Japan-U.S. tariff negotiations have been resolved as written documents have clarified the agreement that was reached. It is hoped that the two countries will deepen new industrial cooperation and solidify the path toward mutual development.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on Japan-U.S. tariff measures. A joint statement on the tariff agreement and a memorandum of understanding regarding Japan’s $550 billion (about ¥80 trillion) in investment in the United States were also released.

The tariff rate on passenger vehicles imported by the United States from Japan will decrease from 27.5% to 15%. The automobile tariff reduction is expected to take effect within the month.

In addition, regarding “reciprocal” tariffs, a 15% tariff rate will be applied to nearly all........

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