Japan, US struggle to bridge gap on freer trade

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TOKYO (AP) — Japanese and U.S. negotiators are struggling to reach a preliminary agreement on a free trade pact that might have served as a centerpiece for President Barack Obama’s visit to Tokyo this week.

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