Friday, July 11, 2025

Tag: Japan

Trump Rules Out Tariff Extension, Warns Japan Could Face 35% Rates

Trump announces no extension on tariff suspension, warns Japan tariffs could rise to 30-35% amid uncertain trade negotiations.

TSMC Delays Kumamoto Factory Amid Traffic Concerns and Market Uncertainty

TSMC delays its second factory in Kumamoto, citing traffic issues, but market demand uncertainties may be the real reason behind it.

Tariff Talks to Continue at G7 as Japan Abandons Pre-Summit Meeting Plan

Japan's PM Ishiba abandons early talks with Trump, focusing on tariff negotiations during the G7 Summit amid ongoing stalemate.

Japan Plans $335 Cash Payout for Everyone to Fight Inflation and U.S. Tariffs

Japan plans to distribute cash to all citizens to combat inflation and U.S. tariffs, with proposals for 50,000 JPY per person.

Trump Hits Allies with Major Tariffs, Says ‘Allies Often Worse Than Enemies’

Trump initiates a trade war, imposing tariffs on Northeast Asia and criticizing South Korea and Japan's auto markets for trade imbalances.

South Korea Rises to 21st in Global Income by 2075—Japan Slips to 45th

South Korea is projected to rank 21st globally in income by 2075, while Japan's ranking will drop significantly to 45th.

U.S. Intelligence Chief Visits Japan and India — But Snubs South Korea

South Korea is sidelined in U.S. intelligence and defense visits, reflecting its political turmoil and exclusion from key diplomatic engagements.

Japanese Tourists Detained at Great Wall After Exposing Buttocks in Prank

Two Japanese tourists were detained at the Great Wall for a prank, sparking outrage in China and Japan over public decency laws.

China Dominates Global Shipbuilding Market, Leaving U.S. and Allies Behind

A U.S. think tank urges collaboration with allies to counter China's dominance in shipbuilding, highlighting risks to national security.

Bank of Japan’s Ueda: Uncertainties Loom Large in Global Economy, Impacting Japan

BOJ Governor highlights global economic uncertainties, particularly due to U.S. tariffs, impacting Japan's monetary policy decisions.

Ishiba and Trump Plan Talks on AI, Taiwan, and Semiconductors This Friday

Japanese PM Ishiba to discuss tech cooperation and Taiwan issues with Trump, emphasizing rule of law and bilateral ties expansion.

Japan’s Household Savings Rate Hits 1.5% in 2023, Marking Three Years of Decline

Japan's household savings rate fell to 1.5% in 2023, driven by inflation and increased consumer spending, marking a three-year decline.