During Wednesday’s summit, it is anticipated that both the EU and Japan will restate their dedication to the principles of a rules-based global order, given that both parties are currently dealing with trade issues involving the US. However, their methods for negotiating with the Trump administration diverge.
Source: https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/07/23/eu-and-japan-prepare-delicate-balancing-act-with-us