Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya called the Trump administration's steel and aluminum tariffs "regrettable" during a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the G7 foreign ministers' summit in Canada.
Iwaya urged the US to exempt Japan from planned auto tariffs and emphasized strengthening bilateral ties, aligning with agreements between Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and President Trump. Rubio acknowledged the US-Japan relationship as "extremely important."
They also discussed Ukraine and Gaza, though details were not provided. Iwaya met with Canadian, British, and Italian counterparts to enhance cooperation. Meanwhile, Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars, set to take effect April 2.
Japan currently faces a 2.5% levy, with 1.37 million vehicles exported to the US, making up 28.3% of Japan's total exports to the US by value.
Finland has endorsed the European Union’s proposed 90% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, calling it a step toward climate neutrality and in l...
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for a 50% price increase on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco over the next decade, pushing for taxat...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on the European Union to resolve its tariff dispute with the United States swiftly to safeguard critical indus...
The United States has designated Emi Karlon as its new chargé d'affaires in the Republic of Azerbaijan, marking the commencement of her diplomatic mi...
The European Commission has proposed an amendment to the EU Climate Law aimed at reducing net greenhouse gas emissions 90% by 2040, compared with 1990...
With looming US tariff hikes on steel, the UK is pushing for a swift implementation of a trade deal meant to protect £400mn in exports and safeguard industry jobs.
Japan and the U.S. are facing tough trade talks as Tokyo resists quick concessions under tariff pressure from President Trump, preferring a balanced deal over a rushed agreement ahead of elections and amid broader tensions with China.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces political challenges as U.S. tariffs threaten Hungary's economy. With opposition parties gaining momentum ahead of the 2024 elections, critics argue for a Europe-focused approach, criticizing Orban’s ties with Trump and his economic handling.
The U.S. economy faces a 40% risk of recession in the second half of 2025, JP Morgan analysts said on Wednesday, citing rising tariffs and stagflation concerns.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off Japan’s Tokara Islands on Wednesday, with no tsunami warning issued but residents advised to remain vigilant.
The United States has rescinded licensing restrictions on ethane exports to China, allowing shipments to resume after a temporary halt and signalling progress in efforts to ease recent trade tensions.
The European Commission is set to propose allowing carbon credits from other countries to count towards the EU’s 2040 climate target, according to a leaked internal document.
China has ramped up efforts to protect communities impacted by flood control measures, introducing stronger compensation policies and direct aid from the central government.
Russia has called off its annual Navy Day parade in St Petersburg this year, citing security concerns, according to local media.
A British Royal Navy F-35 fighter jet that has remained grounded in southern India since mid-June may soon be dismantled and transported back to the UK by military transport, as repair efforts continue to stall, according to a report by India Today.
Finland has endorsed the European Union’s proposed 90% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, calling it a step toward climate neutrality and in line with its national goals, a key milestone on the EU’s path to climate neutrality by 2050.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for a 50% price increase on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco over the next decade, pushing for taxation as a means to reduce chronic diseases and raise funds for health systems.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called on the European Union to resolve its tariff dispute with the United States swiftly to safeguard critical industries such as cars, steel, and pharmaceuticals.
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