<h1>US President announces 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea imports starting August 1</h1> The US President announced 25% tariffs on imports from Japan and South Korea, effective August 1, citing persistent trade imbalances with these Asian allies. The administration warned both countries against retaliatory measures, threatening additional tariff increases that could harm their automotive and electronics sectors. Letters posted on social media to both nations' leaders stated any retaliatory tariff increases would be added to the existing 25% rate. The move affects two key US partners in countering regional influence from China.