Japan¡¯s tariff czar flew to Washington on Wednesday morning tasked with getting two sides friendly but far apart on trade issues at least somewhat closer.
Even he says it won¡¯t be easy.
In the days leading up to the trip, the position of the United States has evolved somewhat, with olive branches being extended but a renewed focus on the currency being expressed. For its part, Japan has remained polite but firm.
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