Trump reciprocal tariffs seen targeting Japan and EU among 'dirty 15'

U.S. to focus on trading partners with high barriers to avoid administrative overload

20250325N Trump WH

U.S. President Donald Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs on April 2, though the scope remains unclear. © Reuters

RYOHEI YASOSHIMA

WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump's much-touted plan for reciprocal tariffs is likely to focus on a limited number of economies with nontariff barriers and large trade surpluses with the U.S., with Japan, the European Union, Canada and Mexico expected to be in the crosshairs.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.