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Trump finalizes Japan trade deal with 15% tariffs as Ishiba faces discontent from within party ​  

Summary: President Trump finalized a trade deal with Japan, implementing 15% tariffs on most Japanese imports, including autos. The deal, reached in July, includes Japan investing $550 billion in U.S. projects and increasing purchases of American goods. While the deal aims to stabilize trade, it comes amid political turmoil in Japan, with Prime Minister Ishiba facing internal party pressure and potential leadership challenges.

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/05/trum-japan-trade-deal-tariffs-ishiba-ldp-party.html