“High-Level Trade Talks Between Japan and Minister Bessent Sought by Chief Negotiator Akazawa”

On Thursday, Japan’s top trade negotiator and Economy Minister, Ryosei Akazawa, expressed his desire to hold discussions with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during his visit. Minister Akazawa intends to push for a reassessment of the US’s tariff policies and engage in discussions on trade expansion and economic security cooperation. He is also aware of the recent US court ruling to block President Trump’s tariffs and will carefully examine the details and potential implications for Japan.