Group 1 - The core point of the article is that Japan, South Korea, and the EU have reached agreements with the US to accept a 15% tariff on their exports, which is higher than the 10% baseline rate enjoyed by other countries like Russia and Australia [1][3] - The agreements are seen as a response to historical trade imbalances, particularly in the automotive sector, where these economies are major exporters to the US [2] - Japan and South Korea's reliance on the US automotive market and internal political issues have limited their ability to negotiate more favorable terms [2][3] Group 2 - The EU has opted for economic cooperation, such as increasing LNG imports, to mitigate the impact of US tariffs while avoiding direct confrontation [2] - Japan and South Korea have committed to significant investments (Japan $550 billion, South Korea $350 billion), but there are concerns about the feasibility and clarity of these commitments [3] - The political dynamics within Japan and South Korea, including leadership instability, have further complicated their negotiation positions [2]
特朗普施压 日韩欧为何难对抗？
Jin Tou Wang·2025-08-13 07:19