WASHINGTON/TOKYO -- The U.S. has decided to put Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in charge of trade negotiations with Japan, with tariffs and currency rates expected to be on the agenda.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will represent the U.S. side in trade talks with Japan to discuss tariffs and exchange rates. © Reuters
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