Former President Donald Trump has issued a threat to impose a . 25% tariff rate on Japanese imports, according to recent reports. The proposed tariffs would have taken effect in A

Some commodities have also been subject to individual tariffs. Trump recently announced a 50% tariff on copper imports, effective from 1 August. Steel and aluminium imports are already subject to a 50% tariff from most countries, though in the UK’s case this is 25%.

Japan deal promises economic shifts, easing some costs for consumers and investors while reshaping trade terms for key industries.