Japans abe hopes promises on jobs defense will temper trumps tone on trade

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Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is hoping that his country's recent promises on jobs and defense will help temper the tone of US President Donald Trump on trade. Abe made the comments during a press conference in Tokyo, where he was asked about the impact of Trump's trade policies on Japan.

Abe emphasized that Japan is committed to creating more jobs and increasing its defense spending, which he believes will help to alleviate some of the concerns that Trump has raised about Japan's trade practices. He also reiterated Japan's commitment to the US-Japan alliance and its importance in maintaining regional stability.

The Japanese prime minister's comments come as the US and Japan are engaged in a trade dispute that has seen both countries impose tariffs on each other's goods. Trump has been critical of Japan's trade practices, including its automotive and agricultural sectors, and has threatened to impose additional tariffs if Japan does not agree to his demands.

Abe's promises on jobs and defense are seen as an attempt to address some of the concerns that Trump has raised about Japan's trade practices. Japan has pledged to increase its defense spending to 2% of its GDP by 2025, and has also announced plans to create more jobs in the country.

It remains to be seen whether Abe's promises will be enough to temper Trump's tone on trade. However, the Japanese prime minister's comments suggest that he is willing to work with the US to address some of the concerns that Trump has raised, and to find a way to resolve the trade dispute that benefits both countries.