Donald Trump, the former U.S. President, has decided to retract the fees applied for the passage through certain international straits. The announcement, made recently, has sparked a myriad of both positive and negative reactions from nations worldwide. As the implications of this withdrawal become apparent, surrounding countries navigate the changing waters of maritime policies.

In Japan, this news is attracting a lot of attention, primarily because of the country's reliance on maritime activities for trade, fisheries, and its military movement. It is also touching on an important issue of maritime freedom that Japan, an island nation, deeply cares about. The move can influence Japan's international relations and economic activities.

Unlike Japan, many countries in the EU and the U.S. do not heavily rely on sea routes for transportation due to their geographical locations. However, in terms of their international maritime law policies, they share the notion of free passage in international waters. Therefore, they would perceive removing any impediment to this, such as tariffs, as a step towards maintaining international peace and stability.