与野党よやとう党首とうしゅ会談かいだん 関税かんぜい 日にち米べい合意ごういを8はち党首とうしゅらに説明せつめい 石破いしば首相しゅしょう

In response to the agreement reached in the Japan-U.S. negotiations over U.S. tariff measures, a meeting was held between the leaders of the ruling and opposition parties. Prime Minister Ishiba explained that, based on the idea of prioritizing investment over tariffs, they protected what needed to be protected and were able to reach an agreement that aligns with the interests of both countries.

On top of that, I have received various opinions in the three party leader meetings so far.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your suggestions, he said.

In the meeting, Prime Minister Ishiba explained the details of the agreement and conveyed his intention to provide thorough support for domestic industries, such as assistance with financing, asking for cooperation.

I stated that we must properly address domestic industries and various export items, and that we must steadily implement the agreements.

Since we have received extremely valuable suggestions, we would like to respond appropriately as the government, taking those into account, he said.

Additionally, when reporters asked, Did you also explain your reasons for continuing as Prime Minister? he responded, I did not explain that, nor were there any such remarks or questions.

Since today’s session was short, supplementary matters must be discussed in the Diet deliberations.

I got the impression that it would be risky unless we held a Japan-U.S. summit and created a joint statement.

In this statement, Prime Minister Ishiba emphasized the outcome of the agreement, saying, Since I proposed to President Trump that investment is better than tariffs, I have consistently advocated for this and strongly pushed for it. As a result, we were able to reach an agreement that protects what needs to be protected and serves the national interests of both countries.

On top of that, he stated, From now on, it is extremely important for both Japan and the U.S. to steadily implement the contents of the agreement and to achieve results that will lead to the promotion of mutual benefits as soon as possible. He instructed to strengthen the functions of the government task force and to ensure the steady implementation of the agreement.

Furthermore, they requested a thorough analysis of the impact on domestic industries, as well as full measures to mitigate the effects on industry and employment, such as providing information on tax rates for each item at special consultation counters set up nationwide and offering consultations on financing.

And Minister for Economic Revitalization Akazawa visited the United States eight times and devoted himself wholeheartedly to the negotiations. All government ministries and agencies made every possible effort, and I am filled with gratitude beyond words.

I would like each ministry to offer words of appreciation.

Lets continue to work together in unity for our country, our people, and for the world.