Editorial

14:00 JST, February 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has rapidly imposed higher tariffs. If the measures are expanded in scope, it will not only have a serious impact on the global economy, but will also be highly detrimental to the United States.

Japan, together with other countries, must be persistent in negotiations with the United States and urge restraint.

On Feb. 4, the Trump administration imposed an additional 10% tariff on imports from China. Then, on Monday, the administration announced it would impose a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum products. This levy is set to take effect on March 12, and will apply to imports from all countries and regions, including Japan.

There is significant concern that the trade war will become even more intense due to a large-scale measure called “reciprocal tariffs.”........

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