Trump threatens Japan with tariff up to 35% as deadline looms
Published: 7/2/2025

President Trump threatens Japan with up to 35% tariff as deadline looms for trade deal negotiations. Trump's "Liberation Day" on April 2 saw a 24% tariff imposed on Japan, which could increase further without a deal by July 9. Trump has expressed skepticism about reaching an agreement with Tokyo, raising concerns about potential trade tensions between the two countries.