Japan & John Thune
8 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026
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Domestic
Japan: Japan>>> is among the countries that would face a 12.5% additional tariff due to alleged forced labor imports.
John Thune: Senate Majority Leader John Thune>>> urged the White House to abandon the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' entirely, stating it was the best way forward.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
International
Japan: Potential target of tariffs if it remains a top buyer.
John Thune: Supported bringing the bill to the floor.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
International
Japan: Japan, as a G7 nation, expressed support for the US-Iran deal. Its Nikkei share average rallied to a record high on solid gains in semiconductor and AI-related shares.
John Thune: John Thune, the Senate Majority Leader, sought clarity on the financial provisions of the interim deal, particularly how incentives to Iran and conditions barring funding terrorism would be enforced.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
International
Japan: Japan, as a G7 member, welcomed the agreement and expressed readiness to contribute to securing shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
John Thune: John Thune, the Senate Majority Leader, has expressed a desire to review the text of the peace agreement, reflecting conservative concerns about the deal.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
Japan: Japan's yen weakened amid oil price spikes, and the country faces energy import costs.
John Thune: Thune, as Senate Majority Leader, escorted Trump to a meeting with Senate Republicans.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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