讀後心得

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru stated on the program on the 5th that he hopes to have a phone conversation with U.S. President Trump next week to negotiate the newly imposed tariff measures by the United States. Ishiba mentioned that the U.S. will impose a 24% tariff on Japan and emphasized that Japan does not intend to retaliate with punitive tariffs. He pointed out that Japan remains the largest investor in the United States and is considering proposing a new investment plan for the U.S. to promote bilateral trade. Additionally, representatives of the Komeito Party and the Constitutional Democratic Party expressed their hope to persuade the U.S. of the benefits of free trade, stressing that the automobile tariff demands violate trade agreements.

According to reports, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stated during a program on the 5th that regarding the newly imposed tariffs by the United States, he hopes to have a phone conversation with the U.S. President next week to express his desire to complete the talks as soon as possible. The U.S. President announced that tariffs would be imposed based on national interests and stated that other countries' tariffs on the U.S. would be responded to with about half of a "discount," with Japan facing a 24% equivalent tariff.

During the ruling and opposition party leaders' meeting on the 4th, Ishiba mentioned that he is currently working to have a conversation with the President and that coordination has already entered the discussion phase. Furthermore, regarding the consideration of implementing retaliatory tariffs, he stated, "While all options are being considered, what would be the impact on the global economy if both sides impose tariffs on each other?" He pointed out that Japan is still the largest source of investment in the U.S. to date and has created the most job opportunities, differing from countries that neither invest nor create jobs. He emphasized that he does not intend to engage in provocative actions.

The reports indicated that Ishiba expressed "hope for a phone conversation within next week" and noted that the President advocates for revitalizing American manufacturing, so he will logically explain Japan’s significant contributions to the U.S. He also stated that he is considering proposing a new investment plan for the U.S. as part of the discussions with the U.S. side.

• Regarding the possibility of a "Japan-U.S. phone conversation," the representative of the Komeito Party hopes the Prime Minister can persuade the U.S. that free trade will be more beneficial for American interests.
• The representative of the Constitutional Democratic Party pointed out that the U.S. demands on automobile tariffs have violated the Japan-U.S. trade agreement and argued for the necessity of convening a Budget Committee for focused deliberation, even suggesting the need for a parliamentary resolution.

Furthermore, reports from Wind Media mentioned that President Trump's tariff war may not last for three months, with analysis suggesting that Trump has shown signs of anxiety. Regarding the global industry’s impact, experts warn that Taiwan may face significant shocks.

On the Chinese side, it is stated that there will be renewed rare earth controls in response to Trump’s tariff measures, with issues related to military equipment also receiving attention.