Lawmakers in Japan are seeking more clarity on the country’s tariff rate under President Donald Trump , which has caused confusion following its trade deal announcement with the United States last month.

The Trump administration previously exempted tariffs on Japanese automobiles and auto parts, with tariffs on car imports coming down from 27.5% to 15%, which is the overall tariff rate on most imports from Japan. However, the U.S. has yet to provide a timeline or written confirmation of the rate, with the deal essentially being a handshake agreement.

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