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📖 Script
Recently, a significant trade development occurred between the United States and the Philippines. Former US President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal that includes a 19% tariff on goods coming from the Philippines to the United States. The announcement was made on Truth Social, a social media platform. However, detailed information about the trade agreement is still limited, and many are curious about what the deal fully entails.
The introduction of a 19% tariff could have various impacts on both countries. For the Philippines, it might mean a decrease in the demand for their products in the US, as the higher prices could deter consumers. This could affect Philippine businesses that rely heavily on exporting goods to the American market. On the other hand, the United States might see a reduction in the availability of certain imported goods, which could lead to price increases for consumers.
Trade tariffs are often used in international relations as a tool to protect domestic industries from foreign competition by making imported goods more expensive. They can also be used as a means of negotiation between countries to achieve favorable trade terms. In this case, the reasons for implementing such a tariff have not been fully disclosed, but it could be part of a broader strategy to balance trade dynamics between the two nations.
Economic analysts are closely watching the situation to see how it unfolds. The outcome of this trade deal could influence future negotiations and set a precedent for other countries considering similar measures. It also raises questions about the long-term economic relationship between the United States and the Philippines.
As it stands, both countries will need to navigate this new trade landscape carefully. Philippine officials might seek ways to mitigate the impact on their economy, perhaps by looking for alternative markets or negotiating terms with the US. Meanwhile, American consumers and businesses will need to adapt to potential changes in product availability and pricing.
📝 Vocabulary
- tariff: a tax on imports or exports
例文: “The government imposed a new tariff on imported cars.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- impose a tariff
- tariff rate
- tariff barrier
関税 - announcement: a public or formal statement
例文: “The company made an announcement about its new product line.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- official announcement
- public announcement
- make an announcement
発表 - deter: to discourage someone from doing something
例文: “High prices can deter customers from buying.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- deter crime
- deter investment
- deter someone
思いとどまらせる - negotiate: to discuss something in order to reach an agreement
例文: “The two countries are negotiating a peace treaty.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- negotiate a deal
- negotiate terms
- negotiate successfully
交渉する - precedent: an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example
例文: “The court’s decision set a precedent for future cases.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- legal precedent
- set a precedent
- historical precedent
先例
✏️ Grammar Point
Modals of Possibility – “It might mean a decrease in the demand for their products in the US.”
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💡 使用場面
助動詞のmightは、何かが起こる可能性があることを表すときに使います。ビジネスの場では、計画や予測を話すときに役立ちます。
📝 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 new trade deal includes a 19% tariff on goods from the Philippines to the US.
- MCQ: On which platform did Trump announce the new trade deal?
a) Twitter
b) Facebook
c) Truth Social
d) Instagram - MCQ: What is a possible effect of the tariff on Philippine businesses?
a) Increase in exports
b) Decrease in demand for their products in the US
c) Higher profits
d) More investments from the US
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- True
- c) Truth Social
- b) Decrease in demand for their products in the US
📚 Reading Questions
- What might be the impact of the 19% tariff on the availability of goods in the US?
- Why might the US have implemented a 19% tariff on goods from the Philippines?
- What does the word “deter” mean in the context of the script?
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🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
今回の米国とフィリピンの間の新しい貿易協定は、フィリピンから米国への輸入品に19％の関税がかけられることになりました。これは、フィリピンの輸出企業に大きな影響を与える可能性があります。特に、米国市場に依存する企業にとっては、消費者の需要が減少することが懸念されます。また、米国国内でも一部の輸入品の価格が上昇する可能性があります。今回の関税導入の背景には、両国間の貿易バランスを調整する意図があると考えられます。将来的には、他国との貿易交渉にも影響を与える可能性があり、今後の展開が注目されます。
