Japan PM Ishiba says disagreements remain with U.S. on tariff talks

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Donald Trump shakes hands with Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 7, 2025. REUTERS/Kent Nishimura/File Photo

KANANASKIS, Alberta (Reuters) -Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his country has not reached a comprehensive tariff agreement with the United States as some disagreements persist between the two nations.

Ishiba, talking to reporters after the Group of Seven summit on Tuesday, emphasised the importance of securing a trade deal that benefits both countries while safeguarding Japan's national interests.

(Reporting by Tim Kelly and Kantaro Komiya; Editing by Tom Hogue)