Japan seeks exemption from Trump's steel, aluminum tariffs
Japan requested the US to exempt it from the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imposed by President Trump. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi confirmed the request was made through the Japanese Embassy in the US, with Trade Minister Yoji Muto vowing to monitor and respond to any potential impact on Japanese companies.
- Asia
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 10:51 | 12 February 2025
- Modified Date: 10:57 | 12 February 2025
Japan on Wednesday said that they requested the US to exempt Tokyo from 25% tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, according to the Kyodo News Agency.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said the government made the request through the Japanese Embassy in the US.
Trade Minister Yoji Muto told reporters that they are closely monitoring any possible impact from the latest US tariffs.
"We will take firm and necessary measures while closely monitoring any possible impact on Japanese companies," Muto said.
On Monday, Trump announced a global-level imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
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