U.S. Says It's Reached Initial Trade Deal With Japan

The transcript discusses recent developments in US-Japan trade talks, highlighting a potential agreement that could reduce the threat of automobile tariffs. President Trump and Shinzo Abe are expected to meet soon to possibly sign the deal. The agreement aims to address issues like digital trade and agriculture, removing uncertainties in US-Japan relations. The US is keen to finalize this deal amid other international challenges, such as relations with China and Iran.

What is the main concern for Japan in the trade talks with the US?

• Textile imports

• Digital trade

• Automobile tariffs

• Agricultural exports

What is the nature of the agreement between the US and Japan?

• A digital trade pact

• A verbal understanding

• An initial agreement

• A comprehensive final agreement

How have the markets reacted to the news of the US-Japan trade deal?

• Negatively

• Indifferently

• Positively

• Uncertainly

Why is the US eager to finalize the trade deal with Japan?

• To focus on other international issues

• To increase agricultural exports

• To reduce textile imports

• To improve digital trade

What other international issues is the US dealing with, according to the transcript?

• Brexit and the European Union

• China and Iran

• North Korea and Russia

• India and Pakistan