🎧 Audio
📖 Script
US President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal with Japan, which he described as “massive.” According to Trump, this agreement will lead to Japan investing a substantial amount of $550 billion into the United States. Additionally, Japan will be subject to a 15% reciprocal tariff as part of the deal. This trade agreement is seen as a significant move in the economic relationship between the two countries, potentially benefiting both economies.
The announcement comes at a time when international trade has been a major focus of the Trump administration. By securing this agreement, Trump aims to strengthen the economic ties between the US and Japan. The investment from Japan could lead to job creation and development within the United States, providing a boost to the American economy. On the other hand, Japan may benefit from improved access to the American market, allowing for increased exports and economic growth.
The 15% reciprocal tariff is another key element of the deal. This tariff is designed to create a more balanced trade relationship between the two countries. By implementing this tariff, both nations aim to protect their domestic industries while encouraging fair trade practices. The deal highlights the importance of international cooperation and negotiation in achieving mutually beneficial economic outcomes.
This trade agreement is part of a broader strategy to address trade imbalances and promote fair trade globally. As countries like the US and Japan engage in such agreements, they set examples for other nations, showing that negotiation and collaboration can lead to positive economic results. The deal is also an indication of the evolving nature of international trade and the ongoing efforts to create more equitable trade partnerships.
In conclusion, the trade deal between the US and Japan represents a significant development in the global economic landscape. It underscores the importance of international cooperation and the potential benefits of strategic economic agreements. As the two countries move forward with this deal, it will be interesting to observe its impact on their economies and the global trade environment.
📝 Vocabulary
- announce: to make something known publicly
例文: “The company announced its new product at the conference.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- announce a decision
- announce a plan
- announce results
発表する - investment: the action of putting money into something to gain a profit
例文: “Her investment in the startup proved to be very successful.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- make an investment
- attract investment
- foreign investment
投資 - substantial: of considerable importance or size
例文: “The company reported a substantial increase in profits this year.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- substantial amount
- substantial evidence
- substantial impact
かなりの - reciprocal: given or done in return
例文: “The two countries agreed to a reciprocal trade agreement.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- reciprocal agreement
- reciprocal relationship
- reciprocal benefit
相互の - tariff: a tax imposed on imported goods
例文: “The government raised the tariff on imported electronics.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- impose a tariff
- tariff rate
- trade tariff
関税
✏️ Grammar Point
Relative Clauses – “The announcement comes at a time when international trade has been a major focus of the Trump administration.”
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💡 使用場面
関係代名詞を使って、文をより具体的に補足説明する時に使います。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False:
The trade deal between the US and Japan involves a 20% reciprocal tariff. - MCQ:
a) $450 billion
b) $550 billion
c) $650 billion
d) $750 billion - MCQ:
a) To increase tariffs
b) To strengthen economic ties
c) To reduce exports
d) To create trade barriers
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- b) $550 billion
- b) To strengthen economic ties
📚 Reading Questions
- What is the amount Japan will invest in the United States as part of the trade deal?
- Why is the 15% reciprocal tariff important in this trade agreement?
- What does the word “substantial” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- $550 billion
- It helps create a balanced trade relationship.
- Of considerable importance or size
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
この米日間の貿易協定は、現在の国際経済において非常に重要な動きです。特に、日本による5,500億ドルの投資は、アメリカ国内での雇用創出や経済発展に寄与する可能性があります。同時に、アメリカ市場へのアクセス改善により、日本の輸出増加と経済成長が期待されます。この協定は相互に有利な貿易関係の構築を目指しており、今後の日米間の経済協力に大きな影響を与えるでしょう。また、他国にとっても貿易交渉のモデルケースとなる可能性があります。
