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Trade Discussed During Trump’s Trip to Japan

Published May 28, 2019

President Donald Trump’s visit to Japan was largely ceremonial, filled with state dinners and a meeting with the new emperor. However, there was time to talk trade. Trump said he expects an announcement to be made later this summer. The…

Trump on a State Visit to Japan

Published May 27, 2019

President Donald Trump is in Japan, meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. During a news conference, President Trump said the goal is to remove trade barriers to put the U.S. on fair footing with other countries in Japan. The…

Stockmen’s Association Encouraged by Access to Japan

Published May 20, 2019

Japan is the leading market for U.S. beef, even though restrictions have been in place since 2003 on U.S. beef exports to the country. On Friday, those restrictions were lifted as the two countries agreed on new terms for beef.…

Japanese Trade Restrictions on U.S. Beef Eliminated

Published May 20, 2019

Japan’s decision to eliminate trade restrictions on U.S. beef includes the 30-month age limit for cattle. U.S. Meat Export Federation economist Erin Borror says Japan is already the largest export market for U.S. beef with sales topping $2 billion last…

Wheat Growers Eager for an Agreement with Japan

Published May 19, 2019

A trade agreement with Japan would be beneficial for many in agriculture, including wheat growers. U.S. Wheat Associates Director of Policy Ben Conner says growers are eager to know when an agreement will be made. "When is very important and…

U.S. Beef Gains Access to Japan

Published May 17, 2019

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says United States and Japan have agreed on new terms and conditions eliminating Japan’s restrictions on U.S. beef exports. The terms take effect immediately and allow U.S. products from all cattle, regardless of age, to…

Optimism for U.S.-Japan Deal

Published May 1, 2019

According to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue, the Trump Administration may seek a quick trade deal with Japan that concentrates on agriculture. Perdue said the limited trade agreement could be expanded to other areas at a later time. President Trump met…

Trump & Abe to Meet in DC

Published April 19, 2019

The White House has announced President Trump will host Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe later this month. That will be followed by Trump traveling to Japan in late May for an official state visit. Bilateral trade negotiations are underway between…

Trade Talks with Japan Begin

Published April 15, 2019

Trade negotiations between the United States and Japan begin today. U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer is meeting with Japan’s economic minister today and tomorrow. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue wants a “very quick agreement” with Japan cutting tariffs on agricultural products.…

U.S. Japan Trade Talks to Begin This Month

Published February 27, 2019

U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told lawmakers trade talks with Japan will likely start in March. Japan is the leading value destination for U.S. beef and pork. U.S. Meat Export Federation Economist Erin Borror says the competitive terrain is getting…

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Trade Discussed During Trump’s Trip to Japan

Trump on a State Visit to Japan

Stockmen’s Association Encouraged by Access to Japan

Japanese Trade Restrictions on U.S. Beef Eliminated

Wheat Growers Eager for an Agreement with Japan

U.S. Beef Gains Access to Japan

Optimism for U.S.-Japan Deal

Trump & Abe to Meet in DC

Trade Talks with Japan Begin

U.S. Japan Trade Talks to Begin This Month

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