Japan, Germany forge 'premium partnership' but clash over EU auto tariffs

Japanese PM Takaichi and German Chancellor Merz announced a 'premium partnership' in Tokyo, deepening bilateral cooperation. However, tensions surfaced over EU automotive protectionism, which Japan argues unfairly targets its manufacturers. The divergence highlights friction within the EU-Japan relationship as Germany defends its domestic auto industry.

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