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Japan Just Dropped a $1.13 Trillion Warning Shot at the U.S.

In a rare public move, Japan’s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato signaled that the country could use its $1.13 trillion in U.S. Treasury holdings as leverage in ongoing trade tensions.

When asked if Japan might play the debt card during talks with the U.S., Kato didn’t flinch:
"It does exist as a card."
Markets felt the tremor instantly.

This statement isn’t business as usual. Japan has historically avoided even hinting at selling U.S. debt — but that era might be over. With the U.S. pressing hard on tariffs and trade concessions, Japan is clearly signaling: enough is enough.

Behind the scenes, Japan and the U.S. are clashing over auto imports, energy, and agriculture. Japan might still strike a deal — but the tone has changed.

As analysts put it:
"You don’t have to use the weapon — just showing it is enough."

And let’s not forget: China holds even more U.S. debt. If they join in, America’s bond market could be in serious trouble.

This isn't just economic diplomacy. It’s a warning.
Japan isn’t playing nice anymore.

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