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18.04.2025 โ€” Inflation Relief Measures Day Under U.S. Tariff Shadow

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It displays 36 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.04.2025 โ‡ข Inflation Relief Measures Day Under U.S. Tariff Shadow
โŒจJapan's core consumer prices rose 3.2% in March, driven by a dramatic 92% surge in rice prices, prompting government action. By mid-morning, officials announced a 10-yen reduction in gasoline prices and electricity/gas subsidies extending through September as inflation relief measures.

U.S.-Japan trade tensions continued as Trump reiterated opposition to Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel, while Prime Minister Ishiba instructed acceleration of tariff countermeasures and sought "specific progress" in upcoming bilateral talks. This follows previous days' negotiations where Trump personally participated.

In domestic developments, Japan enacted an emergency animal shooting law responding to increased bear attacks and introduced new safety regulations requiring proper clothing for Mt. Fuji climbers. The morning was punctuated by a magnitude 5 earthquake in Nagano Prefecture, followed by a magnitude 4 aftershock, with authorities confirming no tsunami risk.
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00:46โ‡ขRice Prices Surge 92% Driving March Inflation

โŒจThe newspapers report on rising consumer prices in Japan. Core consumer prices increased 3.2% in March, driven significantly by record-high rice prices which surged 92% (Kyodo News English). Media also continues coverage of Japan-US negotiations, with Japanese sources noting these talks are being closely watched by other countries as "reference material" for their own potential negotiations (Yahoo News Japan). Previous reporting on Trump's economic policies remains prominent, including potential impacts of proposed tariffs on US stocks (Japan Business Press) and reports of Trump demanding the Federal Reserve chair's resignation (Nikkei Shimbun).
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03:02โ‡ขTrump Expands Tariffs To Chinese Vessels

โŒจThe newspapers report on escalating trade and geopolitical tensions. Trump has announced plans to levy tariffs on Chinese vessels as part of his trade war strategy (Japan Times). Media discusses who might be selling US Treasury bonds, identifying hedge funds as potential "suspects" (Nikkei Shimbun). Russia has notified Japan of military exercises near Hokkaido waters (Yahoo News Japan). Previous reporting on Trump's tariff impacts on US stocks (Japan Business Press) and Australia's nuclear submarine plan (Nikkei Asia) remains prominent, alongside coverage of Japan's 3.2% inflation driven by a 92% surge in rice prices (Kyodo News).
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07:26โ‡ขJapan Enacts Emergency Animal Shooting Law

โŒจThe newspapers report on Japan's response to public safety concerns with a new law allowing emergency shootings of dangerous animals amid increased bear attacks (Kyodo News). Environmental issues continue with coverage of controversies around radiation risk reporting, as Okinawa TV and Nagasaki Broadcasting faced criticism for misleading coverage about radiation in Fukushima (Huffington Post). Regional politics feature prominently with discussion of Southeast Asian nations' challenges balancing relationships as China expands influence following Xi's regional tour (Nikkei Asia). Meanwhile, a referendum proposal on the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant was rejected (Yahoo News), while previous coverage of Trump's tariff policies continues.
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09:35โ‡ขTrump Blocks Nippon Steel Deal

โŒจThe newspapers report on Trump's continued opposition to Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel (Japan Times), highlighting ongoing trade tensions. New safety regulations will require proper clothing for Mt. Fuji climbers (Kyodo News). The government plans to financially support autonomous bus and taxi services in ten locations nationwide to promote "Level 4" self-driving technology adoption, addressing Japan's lag behind the US and China in this sector (Nikkei Shimbun). Maritime Self-Defense Force authorities have identified the bodies of six personnel from a helicopter accident (Yahoo News).
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11:35โ‡ขGas Prices Cut By 10 Yen In Inflation Relief Package

โŒจThe newspapers report on government economic relief measures, with gasoline prices to be reduced by 10 yen and electricity/gas subsidies continuing from July to September to counter rising prices (Nikkei Shimbun). A magnitude 5 earthquake has struck Nagano Prefecture, though authorities confirm there is no tsunami risk (Yahoo News Japan). Previous coverage continues on Trump's opposition to Nippon Steel's U.S. Steel acquisition (Japan Times), potential impacts of Trump's tariffs on U.S. stocks (Japan Business Press), and China's expanding regional influence in Southeast Asia (Nikkei Asia).
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14:53โ‡ขIshiba Seeks Concrete Progress In Upcoming Tariff Talks

โŒจThe newspapers report on Japan-US trade tensions, with Prime Minister Ishiba seeking "specific progress" in upcoming bilateral tariff negotiations by April's end (Kyodo News). This occurs amid ongoing opposition from Trump to Nippon Steel's purchase of U.S. Steel (Japan Times). Domestically, a magnitude 4 earthquake was reported in Nagano Prefecture with no tsunami risk (Yahoo Japan), while inflation relief measures continue with a 10-yen gasoline price reduction and electricity/gas subsidies from July to September (Nikkei Shimbun).
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17:02โ‡ขIshiba Orders Acceleration Of US Tariff Countermeasures

โŒจThe newspapers report on escalating US-Japan trade tensions, with Prime Minister Ishiba instructing officials to accelerate countermeasures against US tariffs (Yahoo News Japan). This follows his earlier statement seeking "specific progress" in upcoming bilateral tariff negotiations expected by April's end (Kyodo News). Trump continues to oppose Nippon Steel's purchase of U.S. Steel (Japan Times). Domestically, inflation relief measures continue with a 10-yen gasoline price reduction and electricity/gas subsidies from July to September (Nikkei Shimbun).
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20:18โ‡ขDollar Slides To 3-Year Low As Trust Erodes

โŒจThe newspapers report on intensifying concerns about the US dollar amid Trump's policies. Nikkei Asia notes the dollar has fallen to a 3-year low as trust among US allies diminishes due to Trump's policies undermining confidence in the reserve currency. Former Prime Minister Kishida Fumio advises explaining economic benefits to Trump regarding Japan-US relations (Nikkei Shimbun). Meanwhile, tensions continue over tariffs with PM Ishiba seeking progress in negotiations (Kyodo News, Yahoo News) and Trump maintaining opposition to Nippon Steel's US Steel acquisition (Japan Times).
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