美国宣布施压日韩加征25%关税，日韩经济或雪上加霜

Group 1 - The new US tariff policy is expected to increase pressure on the already fragile economies of Japan and South Korea [1][2] - The US will impose tariffs ranging from 25% to 40% on imports from Japan and South Korea starting August 1, with a 25% tariff specifically on Japanese and Korean products [1][3] - Japan and South Korea have expressed regret over the tariffs and are seeking to negotiate with the US to protect their national interests [4][5] Group 2 - The automotive industry in both Japan and South Korea has already been impacted by previous US tariffs, leading to negative export growth in May [2][4] - Japan's exports to the US fell by 11.1% in May, with a significant 24.7% drop in automotive exports, marking the first decline in overall exports in eight months [4][7] - South Korea's exports to the US decreased by 8.1% in May, primarily due to a reduction in automotive exports, contributing to an overall export decline of 1.3% [4][8] Group 3 - The US tariffs are seen as a means to pressure Japan and South Korea into making concessions in future trade negotiations, particularly in sectors where the US has a trade deficit [3][9] - Japan's economy is highly dependent on exports, with estimates suggesting a potential 20-30% decrease in exports to the US if all proposed tariffs are enacted [7][9] - South Korea's economy is also vulnerable, with a potential risk of recession if negotiations with the US fail, as indicated by a recent downgrade in its potential growth rate [8][9] Group 4 - The tariffs are likely to disrupt supply chains in the Asia-Pacific region, increasing costs and investment risks for companies [9] - Strengthening regional cooperation through agreements like the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) could help mitigate the negative impacts of US tariffs [9]