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U.S. President Donald Trump has officially signed an executive order implementing a new trade agreement with Japan. The deal marks a major shift in economic relations between the two nations, featuring record Japanese investments in the U.S. and the unification of tariff structures at 15%.

New Tariff Rules and Sectoral Exceptions
Under the order, nearly all Japanese imports will face a 15% tariff. Previous rates were much higher in some sectors — for example, automobiles faced tariffs of up to 27.5%. The new rules therefore bring significant relief to the auto industry.
Some industries, however, received special treatment:
Automobiles and aerospaceGeneric pharmaceuticalsNatural resources
According to the White House, these measures are designed to protect American workers and industries while ensuring fairer trade conditions.

Japan to Invest a Record $550 Billion in the U.S.
The most significant aspect of the agreement is Japan’s pledge to invest $550 billion into U.S. industries — including energy, semiconductors, defense, clean technologies, and transportation.
The White House estimates this will create hundreds of thousands of new jobs and reduce America’s reliance on Chinese supply chains. Tokyo also promised to increase purchases of U.S. agricultural goods by up to $8 billion annually, including rice, corn, soybeans, fertilizers, and bioethanol.
In addition, Japan has adopted U.S. safety standards for automobiles, which will allow American carmakers to enter the Japanese market without extra testing. Tokyo will also boost purchases of U.S. aircraft and defense equipment, unlocking “billions in new sales” for American manufacturers.

Concerns Over Potential Tariff Overlap
The Japanese side raised concerns about possible “tariff accumulation”, which could push effective rates above the agreed 15%. Washington pledged to address this inconsistency and provide compensation if excessive duties are imposed.
Industry groups on both sides of the Pacific are watching closely. Toyota expressed support for the deal, noting that it provides long-term clarity and stability for business planning.

Outlook and Market Impact
Trade experts expect the deal to benefit American farmers in the short term while reshaping the competitive dynamics of the auto industry in the long run.
Further technical negotiations will focus on monitoring investments, handling revenues, and setting clear schedules for agricultural purchases.

👉 Trump hailed the agreement as a “critical step” in reshaping U.S.-Japan economic relations. The unified tariffs and record investments could shift the balance of global trade and strengthen the position of American businesses.

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