Can Japan Coax the U.S. Back to a TPP Deal?

The video discusses trade tensions involving Japan and other Asian countries, focusing on Japan's commitment to free trade and its relationship with the US. It explores the prospects of bilateral trade between the US and Japan, highlighting potential concessions in sectors like autos and agriculture. The discussion also covers the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the impact of the US's absence, emphasizing the importance of maintaining momentum against protectionism. Finally, the video addresses currency issues and the framework for bilateral talks between the US and Japan, ensuring that currency manipulation concerns are managed effectively.

What is the significance of the TPP in the context of Japan-US trade relations?

How does the issue of currency manipulation relate to the trade discussions between Japan and the US?