美拟对日商品在原关税上再加征 15%，日本急派官员赴美谈判

Group 1 - The article discusses the recent increase in tariffs imposed by the United States on Japan, which has led to a significant rise in costs for Japanese exports, particularly in the automotive and electronics sectors [2][4][10] - The U.S. has implemented a "double charging" system, where Japan faces an additional 15% tariff on top of an existing 15% service fee, effectively increasing the total tariff burden to 30% [4][6] - Japanese companies, such as Toyota and Sony, are feeling the financial strain, with Toyota potentially paying an additional $6,000 per vehicle exported to the U.S. due to these tariffs [6][10] Group 2 - Japan's chief negotiator, Akizawa Ryozo, has expressed frustration over the negotiations, which seem to be more about extortion than fair trade, as the U.S. continues to impose additional tariffs without a formal agreement [3][8] - The article highlights the disparity in treatment between Japan and the European Union, where the EU benefits from a single-layer tariff system, while Japan faces multiple layers of tariffs [6][10] - The ongoing tariff situation has created uncertainty for Japanese businesses, particularly in the automotive sector, which accounts for 20% of Japan's total exports, with 40% of that going to the U.S. [10][20] Group 3 - The article also mentions the broader implications of U.S. tariff policies, suggesting that they are part of a strategy to force companies to relocate manufacturing to the U.S. to avoid high tariffs, as seen with companies like Apple and Corning [12][14] - The situation is compared to Switzerland's recent experience with high tariffs, illustrating the potential consequences for countries that do not comply with U.S. demands [18][20] - The article concludes that the U.S. is reshaping international trade rules to favor its own interests, which could lead to a loss of trust in global trade agreements [29][31]