“Implications of Japan’s Trade Negotiator Akazawa’s Intentions to Convene Ministerial Discussions with Bessent”

Ryosei Akazawa, the Economy Minister and Chief Negotiator for Japan, expressed his intention to hold ministerial discussions with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during Thursday’s meeting. He plans to continue urging the US to reconsider their tariff measures and engage in discussions on expanding trade and promoting economic security cooperation. He also acknowledged the recent US court ruling to block President Trump’s tariffs and will thoroughly analyze its implications for Japan.