Japan's PM Ishiba: Prepared to meet Trump again

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Sunday that Tokyo would continue pressing the United States to lower tariffs on Japanese goods, but acknowledged that progress was unlikely to come overnight.

Speaking to reporters, Ishiba stressed the importance of domestic support measures in the meantime. “The government must take steps to support funding for domestic firms and maintain employment,” he said.

He also signalled openness to further high-level talks, saying he “won’t hesitate to meet President Trump again if needed” to address ongoing trade issues.

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