Trump threat to place tariffs on American cars may prevent the more than one-third countries signing a trade deal. Negotiators on both sides have been inching towards reaching a limited agreement this week , however, Donald Trump's 's warning is thought to have dented hopes of a deal. One of Japan’s main priorities in its negotiations has been securing a guarantee that its cars will not be hit by such a tax. Sources believe the two countries may now issue a joint statement instead, while continuing to work towards an agreement over this week .
Trump threat to place tariffs on American cars may prevent the more than one-third countries signing a trade deal. Negotiators on both sides have been inching towards reaching a limited agreement this week , however, Donald Trump's 's warning is thought to have dented hopes of a deal. Sources believe the two countries may now issue a joint statement instead, while continuing to work towards an agreement over this week .