Japan and US Strike ‘Largest Trade Deal in History,’ says Trump 🤝

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Trade Deals: Japan, Indonesia, Philippines Sign On

President Donald Trump announced a major trade breakthrough: a bilateral agreement with Japan featuring a 15% reciprocal tariff on Japanese imports into the U.S. and a staggering US $550 billion investment fund pledged by Japan to boost American industry.

This deal represents a significant de-escalation from previously threatened U.S. tariffs, including a proposed 25% levy on autos. It also reflects growing confidence: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that both nations were maintaining “constructive dialogue” to finalize terms.

Key highlights of the Japan deal:

• 15% reciprocal tariff on Japanese imports, marking a substantial compromise from previously threatened levels.

• US $550 billion Japanese investment fund, expected to support U.S. infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology sectors.

• Eased auto and goods access, although further negotiations are anticipated in upcoming talks with Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Lutnick.

This landmark pact forms part of America’s wider “reciprocal tariff” strategy set to ramp up on August 1st, targeting countries that forbid U.S. exports behind high trade barriers.

Other recent deals, concluded over the past week amid this tariff push, include:

• 🇮🇩 Indonesia: Agreed a bilateral deal featuring a reduced optimized 19% U.S. tariff in exchange for market access commitments in agriculture and aerospace.

• 🇵🇭 Philippines: Finalized a reciprocal trade framework with U.S. tariffs levied at approximately 19%, alongside zero tariffs on U.S. exports and deepened defense cooperation.

• 🇮🇳 India: Completed its fifth round of negotiations, aiming for an interim trade pact ahead of the August tariff deadline

Final text remains pending as negotiators from both nations refine auto-sector provisions and investment details ahead of the August 1st reciprocal tariff enforcement. The next round of U.S.–Japan talks is expected this week. Watch Clip

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