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Japan’s new leader to woo Trump with promises on pickups and soybeans

Takaichi aims to boost US-Japan trade with $550 billion in investments and discuss defense amid rising regional security challenges, including China and North Korea.

  • Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to present a purchase package, including Ford F-150 trucks and soybeans, to U.S. President Donald Trump during trade talks next week.
  • Takaichi's government aims to reassure the U.S. while not setting new defense spending targets, despite pressing American demands.
  • The planned meeting will include discussions on Japan's $550 billion investment agreement and efforts to enhance defense ties with the United States.
  • Both leaders will meet in Tokyo on October 27 to discuss trade and defense, which could shape future Japan-U.S. relations.
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Japan’s new leader to woo Trump with promises on pickups and soybeans

The leaders will sit down in Tokyo early next week during Trump's first visit to Japan since his re-election.

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