Japan reviews nontariff barriers on autos, farm goods ahead of U.S. talks

Tokyo assesses areas to ease rules as Trump tariffs loom

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U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Japan for the lack of American cars on its roads. (Photo by Nikkei)

RIEKO MIKI

TOKYO -- Japan has started reviewing nontariff trade barriers opposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, including regulations on automobile and agricultural imports, as Tokyo hopes to improve its hand heading into tariff negotiations with Washington.

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