日本教授坦言：这场关说战让日本发现，与中国合作多么重要！

Group 1 - The Trump administration's tariffs on Japanese automobiles have escalated from an initial 27.5% to 50%, significantly impacting Japan's economy, as automobile exports account for nearly 20% of its GDP and 30% of exports to the U.S. [1] - Japan's Prime Minister Kishi Nobuo's team has proposed to increase purchases of U.S. natural gas and corn, as well as to contribute more to the costs of U.S. military presence in Japan, but the U.S. response has been vague [1] - Internal discussions within the Japanese government suggest using its substantial holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds as leverage, with proposals to sell some to pressure the U.S. [3] Group 2 - The trade conflict has highlighted the fragility of U.S.-Japan relations, with experts suggesting Japan should adopt a more assertive stance similar to China's approach in its trade disputes with the U.S. [3] - Japan is reevaluating its trade policies towards China, with calls for a "zero tariff" approach and renewed discussions on the trilateral free trade agreement with China and South Korea [7] - Japan's commitment to participate in China's Belt and Road Initiative, including infrastructure projects, is seen as a strategy to stabilize resource supply and enhance economic cooperation [7] Group 3 - Tensions have escalated following remarks by Japan's Prime Minister regarding China's actions towards Taiwan, leading to a deterioration in trade relations and the cancellation of cultural meetings [9] - Japan's reliance on the U.S. has been questioned, as the country risks becoming a pawn in U.S.-China tensions, with the U.S. emphasizing its priorities in the region [11] - Japan's economic strategy must adapt to the growing influence of China, with calls for deeper cooperation in high-end manufacturing to ensure mutual benefits [13]