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Japan, US agree to have FX matters in the hands of finance chiefs, Ishiba says

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed optimism that Japan could avoid higher U.S. Tariffs, stating that President Donald Trump had 'recognized' Japan's significant investment in the U.S. And the jobs it creates.
Japan had the highest foreign direct investment in the U.S. In 2023 at $783.3 billion, according to the most recent U.S. Commerce Department data.
Trump urged Ishiba to address Japan's $68.5 billion annual trade surplus with the U.S., expressing optimism that it could be resolved quickly with increased Japanese investment.
Ishiba identified liquefied natural gas, steel, AI, and autos as key areas for potential Japanese investment in the U.S.

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Japan creates jobs in US and may avoid tariffs, says prime minister

Trump recognises the country’s huge investment, job creation in US, says Shigeru Ishiba

13 days ago·Johannesburg, South Africa

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realnewsnow.com

Japan's PM Outshines Clueless Trump - Real News Now

The recent visit of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to the White House for a joint press conference highlighted his adroit political maneuvering as he deftly handled questions from journalists. When asked if his administration would retaliate against potential tariffs on Japanese goods by President Donald Trump, Ishiba artfully dodged the hypothetical question. Despite the potentially controversial topics brought up, Ishiba carefully navi…

12 days ago

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The Korea Times

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Japan PM Ishiba, after meeting Trump, voices optimism over averting tariffs

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed optimism on Sunday that his country could avoid higher U.S. tariffs, saying President Donald Trump had 'recognised' Japan's huge investment in the U.S. and the American jobs that it creates.

13 days ago·Korea, Republic of

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Kyodo News+

U.S. Steel to stay American regardless of Nippon Steel plans: Ishiba

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba says that United States Steel Corp. will remain an American company regardless of how Japan's Nippon Steel Corp. proceeds, after his summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington.

Japan PM Ishiba, after meeting Trump, voices optimism over averting higher U.S. tariffs

Ishiba expressed optimism on Sunday and said Japanese automakers create jobs in the U.S.

14 days ago·Canada

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Japan, US Agree to Have FX Matters in the Hands of Finance Chiefs, Ishiba Says

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14 days ago·New York, United States

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