Trump visit to Osaka Expo likely to depend on tariff talks

With U.S. President Trump set to arrive in Japan ahead of the 2025 Osaka Expo on July 19, there’s hopeful anticipation that this could bolster Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's government as the country gears up for this summer's Upper House election. However, the visit's success will likely hinge on progress in ongoing U.S.-Japan tariff negotiations, adding a layer of uncertainty with the U.S. administration behind much of the current trade disputes.