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🇺🇸🇯🇵 TRUMP THREATENS JAPAN WITH NEW TARIFFS FOR NOT BUYING AMERICAN RICE

President Donald Trump issued a direct warning to Japan: if they do not increase their imports of American rice, they will face new tariffs.

🔴 “They don’t want our rice, even though they have a shortage. We are going to send them a letter,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

Japan is one of the main trading partners of the U.S., but has shown resistance to importing more American rice. In 2024, they purchased $298 million in rice, but according to Trump, “it is not enough.”

The threat comes just before July 9, the self-imposed deadline by Trump to reinstate higher tariffs on several countries if no agreements are reached.

Japan seeks to eliminate the 25% tariff on its cars, but Trump refuses, arguing that Tokyo does not import enough cars made in the U.S.

💬 Kevin Hassett, economic advisor, indicated that some agreements could be announced after July 4, but warned that Trump is ready to act if there are no advancements.

Tensions are rising as the United States negotiates with at least 10 countries to avoid tariffs, while others – like Japan – could receive official letters with new tariffs.