Japanese EcoMin Motegi: Not in full agreement yet with US on trade

Toshimitsu Motegi, Japan’s minister for economy, was on wires during early Tuesday.

Contrasts to the Finance Minister Taro Aso, Mr. Motegi sound less optimism to have a trade deal with the US. Some of his important comments are as follows:

Key Notes:

• Not in full agreement yet with the US on trade.
• Agreed with USTR Lighthizer to strive to narrow gap, including by holding working-level talks.
• Declines to comment on whether a trade deal with the US is achievable by August.
• Comments bade by trump show an aim to accelerate talks.