Japans top trade negotiator Ryosei Akazawa held in-depth phone discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday and Saturday, as both nations seek resolution before a 24% reciprocal tariff on

The Japanese are feeling ‘sad and betrayed’ at the US president’s treatment of a long-term ally, an observer says.

Negotiations have stalled ahead of next week’s deadline, with some suggesting Japan misjudged the depth of President Trump’s frustration over Tokyo’s policies.