Japan says it is ready to co-ordinate possible sanctions against the US with the EU and six other countries.
The move comes after the World Trade Organisation this week (31 August) ruled against Washington in a row over anti-dumping legislation.
The Geneva based trade body upheld an EU complaint that US rules unfairly disadvantage foreign companies.
At the centre of the dispute is the three year old 'Byrd Amendment' - named after US Democrat West Virginia Senator Robert C....
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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.