The United States is demanding that Japan provide a total of ¥3 trillion over the five years starting in fiscal 2027 for U.S. forces stationed in the country under its Host Nation Support program, about three times the current five-year total of around ¥1 trillion, sources have said.Meanwhile, the Japanese government is estimating the amount at around ¥1.5 trillion for the next five years, taking into account the yen’s depreciation and rising prices.Although the two governments aim to reach an agreement by the end of this year, negotiations are likely to be difficult.
White House demanding Japan triple host-nation support for U.S. troops
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The United States is demanding that Japan provide a total of ¥3 trillion over the five years starting in fiscal 2027 for U.S. forces stationed in the country under its Host Nation Support program, about three times the current five-year total of around ¥1 trillion, sources have said.Meanwhile, the Japanese government is estimating the amount at around ¥1.5 trillion for the next five years, taking into account the yen’s depreciation and rising prices.Although the two governments aim to reach an agreement by the end of this year, negotiations are likely to be difficult.
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