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Japan Cancels Key U.S. Security Meeting Amid Stalled Trade Talks

Japan Cancels Key U.S. Security Meeting Amid Stalled Trade Talks

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2025-06-20 21:15:02
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Japan abruptly canceled its annual '2+2' security dialogue with the U.S. following a Pentagon demand for increased defense spending. The diplomatic rupture coincides with stalled trade negotiations that have failed to bridge a $68.5 billion goods trade deficit.

Senior officials describe the trade talks as 'in a fog' after multiple rounds failed to produce breakthroughs. The canceled security meeting—traditionally a showcase for alliance strength—reflects growing tensions as Washington pushes Tokyo to raise military expenditures to 3.5% of its budget.

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