Brian Fowler

Brian Fowler, a Senior Editor at Bloomberg News in Tokyo, discusses the significant 25% tariffs President Trump plans on steel and aluminum imports, examining implications for key Asian exporters. Shams Afzal, Managing Director at Carnegie Investment Council, analyzes how these tariffs might influence inflation and interest rate hikes in Japan. They dive into diplomatic strategies in U.S.-Japan relations and reflect on the broader economic impact, including market volatility and the competitive landscape involving AI advancements.