According to Kyodo News, on July 9, local time, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba made a strong statement in Saga City regarding the issue of the United States imposing a 25% tariff on Japan. "We will unite domestically to safeguard national interests. We will not compromise on issues that are non-negotiable, and we will never sacrifice agriculture."
On July 8, U.S. President Trump announced that starting August 1, 2025, a 25% tariff would be imposed on all Japanese products exported to the United States.
On the same day, Ishiba expressed his "deep regret" over this decision.
Regarding the issue of the U.S.-Japan negotiations failing to reach an agreement after multiple rounds, Ishiba explained, "This is because the Japanese government avoided making hasty compromises, and insisted on demanding what should be demanded and maintaining what should be maintained, conducting difficult negotiations continuously."
He also mentioned that the actual implementation date of the tariff is August 1, which means the negotiation period has been extended, and negotiations with the United States will continue.
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