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Japan digs in on rice and cars as trade talks with US stall

Last updated: July 1, 2025 2:01 am
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Japan has recently made it clear that it will not sacrifice its farmers to secure tariff exemptions from the US, as tensions rise between Tokyo and Washington in a stand-off over rice diplomacy. The hopes of a quick trade deal between the two allies have faded, with both sides taking a hard stance during the latest round of negotiations.

Chief cabinet secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi stated on Tuesday that Japan is not willing to compromise the farm sector in any way. Despite weeks of negotiations and various proposals put forward to break the deadlock, including Japan buying more US energy and agricultural products, the Trump administration remains committed to reducing its trade deficit with Japan, which was $63 billion for the Japanese financial year ending in March.

In a post on his Truth Social site, former President Donald Trump criticized Japan for not accepting US rice, despite facing a massive rice shortage due to a combination of poor harvest and policy issues. The political significance of rice production in Japan cannot be understated, as it has long been a crucial issue for farmers who support the ruling Liberal Democratic party.

The US currently exports some rice to Japan tariff-free under a World Trade Organization agreement, but Japan imposes a levy on imports beyond a certain limit. Tokyo had initially hoped for a quick trade deal with the US, but with both sides holding firm, it seems unlikely to happen before the upcoming upper house elections on July 20.

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The automotive industry is also a major point of contention in the trade talks, as Japan demands a full exemption from the US tariffs on automotive imports. However, the chances of securing any tariff exemption in the short term appear to be diminishing, as negotiations reach a stalemate.

President Trump has been vocal about what he perceives as an unfair trading relationship with Japan, particularly in the automotive sector. While Japanese auto companies have substantial manufacturing facilities in the US and export millions of vehicles to the country, American car exports to Japan are minimal due to perceived size and fuel consumption issues.

As the trade negotiations continue, the future of the US-Japan trade relationship remains uncertain. Both countries are standing their ground on key issues, and the outcome of the talks could have significant implications for industries on both sides of the Pacific.

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