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Japan’s Exports Slow in April as Trump’s Tariffs Dent Shipments to the U.S.
- Japan's exports to the United States fell nearly 2% in April 2025 amid slowing global export growth and a widening trade deficit.
- President Donald Trump's imposed tariffs, including a 25% levy on auto imports effective April, combined with a stronger yen, pressured shipments to the U.S.
- Automobile exports to the U.S., a key sector for Japan, declined nearly 6% year-on-year, while overall exports increased 2% but slowed from March's 4%.
- The Finance Ministry reported a 115.8 billion yen trade deficit in April, reversing a surplus trend and reflecting weakened imports and exports.
- Japan plans continued tariff negotiations led by Economic Revitalization Minister Ryosei Akazawa, aiming to reduce tariffs as weakening exports could further hinder economic growth.
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