Trump warns Japan, South Korea of 25% ‘reciprocal’ tariffs ahead of deal deadline


WASHINGTON — President Trump warned the leaders of Japan and South Korea on Monday that they’d face 25% “reciprocal” tariffs starting Aug. 1 — with the option of no tariffs should each country choose to “build or manufacture product within the United States.”

Tokyo and Seoul were staring down the threat of 24% and 25% tariffs, respectively, before the president fired off the letters Monday.


President Trump speaks with reporters alongside Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick at Morristown Municipal Airport in New Jersey on July 6, 2025. AP

Protestors hold signs spelling out "NO TRUMP".
Members of civic groups stage a rally against President Trump’s tariffs policy in Seoul, South Korea, on June 30, 2025. AP

“Please understand that the 25% is far less than what is needed to eliminate the Trade Deficit disparity we have with your Country,” Trump wrote to the leaders of each country.

“If for any reason you decide to raise your Tariffs,” he added, “then, whatever the number you choose to raise them by, will be added onto the 25% that we charge.”



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