Japan demands exemption from U.S. auto tariffs

Japan winces as Trump threatens tariffs on auto imports

Tokyo is holding out hope that it might convince Washington to exempt Japanese car manufacturers from tariffs, but analysts are less optimistic.

Japan demands exemption from U.S. auto tariffs

The Japanese government asked the United States on Thursday for Japan to be exempt from auto tariffs, calling the latest move by its closest ally "extremely regrettable," a top government spokesman says.

Trump tariffs prompt Japan to consider 'all options'

TOKYO -- Japan's prime minister on Thursday sounded the alarm after U.S. President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on imported cars and car parts.

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