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Japan and the U.S. are negotiating $40 billion in projects under Japan’s $550 billion pledge to secure lower tariffs, pending final approvals.
Japan and the U.S. are advancing talks on the first projects under Japan’s $550 billion investment pledge to secure lower tariffs, but challenges remain over metrics like interest rates and project approvals.
Trade Minister Ryosei Akazawa said progress is ongoing ahead of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s upcoming U.S. visit, with potential announcements around $40 billion in initiatives like data center power and port upgrades.
Funding will come from bonds, loans, and state guarantees, not direct capital.
Despite pressure from President Trump, who warns of tariffs on South Korea, no specific projects or timelines are confirmed, and final decisions require company approval and U.S. government sign-off within 45 days.
Japón y los EE.UU. están negociando $ 40 mil millones en proyectos bajo el compromiso de $ 550 mil millones de Japón para asegurar aranceles más bajos, pendientes de aprobaciones finales.