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Minister Akazawa Holds a Teleconference with H.E. Howard W. Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce for the United States of America

October 24, 2025

External Economic Policy

Minister Akazawa Held a Teleconference with H.E. Howard W. Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce for the United States of America.

Today, commencing at 9:00 PM, for approximately 40 minutes, Minister Akazawa held a teleconference with H.E. Howard W. Lutnick, Secretary of Commerce for the United States of America.

Both sides exchanged views on the faithful, swift and seamless implementation of the agreement between Japan and the U.S. and reaffirmed that they will further strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance, ensure economic security of both countries, and significantly promote economic growth through the implementation of the agreement.

Division in Charge

Americas Division, Trade Policy Bureau

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