US EditionTrump Tells New Japanese Prime Minister US Is an ‘Ally at Strongest Level’
Trump and Takaichi signed trade and critical minerals agreements and discussed regional security, including North Korean abductions and efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine.
- On October 29, 2025, President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi signed documents at the State Guest House in Tokyo, reaffirming a trade framework taxing imports at 15% and establishing a 550 billion-dollar investment fund.
- Drawing on Shinzo Abe's legacy, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi invoked Abe as a mentor, presented Abe's putter, and met Mr Trump one week after taking office to close distance quickly.
- At Akasaka Palace, the two leaders reviewed a guard of honour as reporters noted U.S. vehicles outside the guest house, while Mr Trump spoke aboard the USS George Washington, greeted by U.S. soldiers during his Tokyo stay until Wednesday morning.
- Strengthening defence and supply ties, the deal directs investment toward developing rare earths and critical minerals, boosting U.S. deterrence against China ahead of Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping later this week.
- Top negotiators said a trade deal was coming together to avert confrontation, while Takaichi staged a charm offensive including potential Ford F-150 purchases and offering Washington 250 cherry trees next year plus Akita fireworks for July 4.
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(AP) U.S. President Donald Trump has met with Japan’s newly elected, ultraconservative leader in Tokyo during one of the busiest days of his Asia trip. Just days after taking office, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may look to build a personal connection with Trump to ease trade tensions. One key to this strategy might be an idea floated by Japan’s government to buy a fleet of American Ford F-150 trucks. His itinerary for Tuesday also inc…
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Trump Pledges Action on North Korea Abductions During Emotional Meeting in Tokyo - latestglobalinsight
U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to addressing North Korea’s abductions of Japanese citizens, promising to “do everything within our power” to help bring the victims home. During his visit to Tokyo on October 28, Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met with members of the Association of Families of Victims Kidnapped by North Korea. The short meeting lasted about three minutes but carried deep emotional significa…
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