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Why is Trump in Japan?

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Trump is in Japan as part of a multi-country Asia trip focused on trade, security, and diplomatic relations. He is meeting with Japan's new prime minister to sign agreements on rare earths and critical minerals, discuss a major Japanese investment in the U.S., and address regional security amid tensions with China and North Korea. The visit includes meetings with the emperor and U.S. military personnel.

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Trump touts trade deals with Japan, heaps praise on new prime minister

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  • President Trump and Prime Minister Sen. Takeichi signed trade and critical minerals agreements in Tokyo. 5s
  • Takeichi is Japan's first female prime minister and received praise from Trump. 32s
  • Details on the trade agreements and investment commitments remain limited. 1m 18s
  • Japan outlined potential investments in U.S. energy, AI, and rare earths, totaling about $400 billion. 2m 30s
  • China has been strengthening trade ties with Southeast Asian nations amid U.S.-China tensions. 3m 26s
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Trump touts trade deals with Japan, heaps praise on new prime minister
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CBS News
2 days ago
Trump touts trade deals with Japan, heaps praise on new prime minister

Trump is in Japan to sign trade agreements and a framework for cooperation on critical minerals and rare-earth metals with the new prime minister.

U.S., Japan sign rare earths supply framework
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Reuters
2 days ago
U.S., Japan sign rare earths supply framework

Trump visits Japan to sign a framework agreement on critical minerals and rare earths, secure a $550 billion investment pledge, and discuss defense spending and bilateral ties.

Here's what's on Trump's agenda in Japan
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CBS America
3 days ago
Here's what's on Trump's agenda in Japan

Trump's agenda in Japan includes a new U.S.-Japan trade deal, Japanese investment in U.S. industry, and military cooperation, as well as a meeting with the emperor.

Japan's new PM looks to boost relations with the U.S.
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Euronews
3 days ago
Japan's new PM looks to boost relations with the U.S.

Trump is in Japan to meet the new prime minister and improve U.S.-Japan relations after brokering a ceasefire in Southeast Asia.

Trump lands in Japan with U.S.-China deal in sight
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CBS News
3 days ago
Trump lands in Japan with U.S.-China deal in sight

Trump's Asia trip starts in Japan, focusing on trade negotiations, regional diplomacy, and meetings with Japanese leaders.

Trump arrives in Japan, due to meet emperor and new prime minister
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Bloomberg
3 days ago
Trump arrives in Japan, due to meet emperor and new prime minister

Trump arrives in Tokyo as part of his Asian tour, scheduled to meet the emperor and new prime minister, focusing on regional security and economic cooperation.

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