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European Union, Japan near trade deal

This could further isolate the United States as it takes a protectionist path

Published Sun, Jun 25, 2017 · 09:50 PM

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    New York

    THE European Union and Japan are close to sealing one of the largest trade agreements ever, a deal that could further isolate the United States as President Donald Trump forges a protectionist path.

    The deal, which brings together two giants encompassing a quarter of the world's economy, would be a potent symbol of free trade during a time of populist backlash over globalisation.

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