Major Pacific countries told by the US to prepare for conflict as regional tensions continue to rise over threat to Taiwan

US President Donald Trump attacked the car trade imbalance between the US and Japan again on Sunday, days ahead of a scheduled visit by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to the Asian country that could apply further pressure to the minority government.

Donald Trump has shared the letters he sent to 14 countries including Japan detailing the levies they face and people have spotted 'appalling' errors.

Anele Mdoda was in stitches after reading a headline about Donald Trump forgetting the name of the Japanese Prime Minister and referring to him as Mr. Japan.

Trump's tariff announcement has already led to a decline in stock indices, and its ripple effects are expected to affect investors in the weeks ahead.

Tensions have escalated since late 2020 due to China's 'grey zone tactics', including intensified military drills near Taiwan and an increase in Chinese military aircraft and naval presence in the area. It comes as Fox News fans declare it's the 'end of MAGA' as Donald Trump loses it in press conference.