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Bessent Says U.S. Expects Japan to End Russian Energy Imports

Tokyo offered no commitment, citing coordination with G7 partners.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks as he and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer hold a press conference on the sidelines of the IMF/World Bank annual meetings in Washington, D.C., U.S., October 15, 2025. REUTERS/Ken Cedeno
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Overview

  • U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato the Trump administration expects Japan to halt purchases of Russian energy.
  • Bessent posted the expectation on X after their Wednesday meeting and reiterated it to reporters.
  • Kato responded that Japan will act based on its principle of coordinating with G7 countries to support peace in Ukraine.
  • The conversation occurred on the sidelines of IMF, G7, and G20 finance gatherings in Washington this week.
  • The push follows a recent G7 move to tighten sanctions by targeting buyers of Russian oil, and Japan has not announced any policy change.