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New Reciprocal Tariffs Set: United States’ Inward-Looking Stance Causes Concern
Editorial
14:00 JST, August 3, 2025
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has decided on new tariff rates for its “reciprocal tariffs.” How should Tokyo deal with Washington’s increasingly inward-looking stance? Japan must strengthen its cooperation with other countries and regions.
Trump signed an executive order setting new reciprocal tariff rates last Thursday. The order imposes tariffs ranging from 10% to 41% on about 70 countries and regions with whom the United States has trade deficits, which it views as problematic.
Japan and the European Union will be subject to a 15% tariff, while Syria will face the highest rate of 41%. Other countries not included in the executive order will be subject to a 10% tariff. The tariffs will take effect on Thursday.
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