Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba reaffirmed Japan's commitment to safeguarding its national interests in trade negotiations with the US. Amid struggles to reach a trade deal, President Donald Trump has threatened to escalate tariffs on Japanese imports. Ishiba highlighted Japan's significant investments in the US and emphasized the focus on investment rather than tariffs. Despite Trump's warnings of imposing higher tariffs, Japan remains determined to protect its economic interests while working towards reducing the trade deficit.