Investing.com -- The Japan Automobile Manufacturers' Association (JAMA) has called on the Japanese government for protection against potential tariffs that the United States could impose on auto imports and parts. The appeal was made on Tuesday during a meeting with Trade and Industry Minister Yoji Muto in Tokyo.JAMA Chairman Masanori Katayama, who also serves as the chairman of Isuzu Motors, expressed concerns over the potential negative impact on the economies of both Japan and the US if the Trump administration goes ahead with its plans to levy substantial tariffs on auto imports from Japan, Mexico, and Canada.The meeting was attended by top executives from major Japanese automakers, including Toyota (NYSE:TM), Honda (NYSE:HMC), and Nissan (OTC:NSANY). They joined Katayama in urging the government to take steps to shield Japanese automakers from the possible tariffs.This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more information see our T&C.