WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday inserted himself directly into trade talks with Japanese officials, a sign of the high stakes for the United States after its tariffs rattled the economy and caused the administration to assure the public that it would quickly reach deals.

The trade conflict between the United States and China intensifies as President Donald Trump escalates tariffs on Chinese imports to 245%. This move, aimed at addressing perceived disrespect from China,

Japan is set to begin tariff negotiations with the United States in Washington on Wednesday, one of the first countries to test President Donald Trump's willingness to relent on sweeping duties that have roiled markets and stoked recession fears.