US President Donald Trump has said he is in no rush to conclude a trade deal with Japan as well as with South Korea and India.
He made the comment in a telephone interview with US media outlet NewsNation on Wednesday. Trump was asked about when he will announce agreements with the three countries.
He answered, "I'm in less of a hurry than you are," adding, "They want us, we don't need them."
Trump's stance to appear aloof is apparently aimed at gaining the upper hand and strike a better deal.
Sources familiar with the talks say Washington wants Tokyo to come up with proposals that would help reduce US trade deficits with Japan.
He made the comment in a telephone interview with US media outlet NewsNation on Wednesday. Trump was asked about when he will announce agreements with the three countries.
He answered, "I'm in less of a hurry than you are," adding, "They want us, we don't need them."
Trump's stance to appear aloof is apparently aimed at gaining the upper hand and strike a better deal.
Sources familiar with the talks say Washington wants Tokyo to come up with proposals that would help reduce US trade deficits with Japan.
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Trump expresses no urgency for trade deals with Japan, South Korea, and India, stating that these nations desire U.S. participation more than vice versa. He aims to secure a favorable agreement through this posturing. Sources indicate ongoing talks revolve around the U.S.'s demand for Japan to
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Created: 2025/05/02 07:00
Updated: 2025/12/08 04:28
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