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Japan’s trade minister fails to win US assurances on tariff exemptions

Japan's Trade Minister Yoji Muto failed to secure assurances from U.S. Officials for tariff exemptions, which are set to take effect imminently.
Discussions with U.S. Officials acknowledged Japan's contributions but did not grant the requested tariff exemption on crucial exports including cars, steel, and aluminum.
Muto stated that Japan should not face 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and auto exports to the U.S. But did not receive assurances of exemption.
Both sides discussed energy cooperation initiatives, including joint liquefied natural gas development, as agreed upon previously.

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