Japan seeks relief from US steel and aluminum tariffs - Breaking The News

Japan seeks relief from US steel and aluminum tariffs

12 February

1 min read

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Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Yoji Muto (pictured) said Wednesday that the country has asked the United States to exempt it from steel and aluminum tariffs.

Trump previously stated there would be "no exemptions, no exceptions" to the tariffs, insisting they are necessary to counter unfair trade practices.

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