Trump Reports Nations Seek Tariff Deals Amid Panic

President Donald Trump announced that numerous countries, including Japan and South Korea, are approaching the U.S. to negotiate tailored trade deals amidst ongoing tariff discussions. He described this process as 'one stop shopping,' indicating that negotiations would cover not only tariffs but also issues such as military payments and economic cooperation. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that almost 70 countries have shown interest in reworking trade agreements in light of Trump's recent tariff announcements, which have caused significant market fluctuations. In particular, South Korea's trade minister is set to visit the U.S. to discuss a hefty 25% tariff, with Trump emphasizing the potential for a mutually beneficial agreement. The dialogue with Japan is also prioritized, with Trump indicating ongoing communications with Japanese officials. As negotiations progress, Trump expressed confidence that countries will seek to negotiate terms to avoid the impending tariffs.