Trump, Japan

Trump hints at tariffs on Japan during meeting with its prime minister
President Donald Trump hinted during a news conference that Japan could soon face U.S. tariffs if it doesn’t take steps to buy more from the United States. The comments come as Japan’s new prime minister,
How Japan prime minister's homework on Trump paid off
If Japan needed reassurances it was indeed still the US's top ally and friend in the increasingly unstable Asia-Pacific, it got that and then some. But what was striking about the Trump-Ishiba meeting at the White House was what didn't happen.
Trump strikes deals with Japanese prime minister as he turns the screw on China
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Trump announced Japan would double its defense spending by 2027 and Nippon Steel would invest in U.S. Steel, not buy it.
Live updates: President Trump meets with prime minister of Japan; other developments
During the Friday meeting, the president plans to cover a range of issues in his meeting with the Japanese prime minister, including Japanese investment in the U.S. economy and improving cyber security.
Japan’s Leader Is Rushing to Meet Trump. Is It Worth the Risk?
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is hoping for reassurances Friday that the alliance is still strong. But in this White House, even a meet-and-greet can be a gamble.
Japanese leader tries flattering Trump in bid to avert tariffs
Trump’s meeting with Japan’s prime minister ended with a tariff warning, but praise from the Japanese side eased tensions.
Trump meets with Japanese prime minister as tariff threat looms large
Donald Trump is meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in a high-stakes visit for a key ally that depends on the United States for security and trade.
Trump meets with Japan’s prime minister to discuss security, investments
Alex Gray and Kim Strassel join the ‘America Reports’ panel to preview President Donald Trump’s press conference with Japan’s prime minister.
Japan prime minister voices optimism over averting US tariffs
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed optimism on Sunday that his country could avoid higher U.S. tariffs, saying President Donald Trump had recognized Japan's huge investment in the U.S. and the American jobs that it creates.
President Trump hosts Japan’s prime minister at the White House
President Donald Trump hosted Japan’s prime minister at the White House Friday. The two leaders say the U.S.- Japanese relationship is critical for the economy and global security. “It’s a great honor to have you,
Japan passes first Trump test with perfect timing
After months of speculation on whether Shigeru Ishiba would be able to rekindle the bonhomie his predecessor Shinzo Abe had ...
Japan’s Ishiba will try to sell Trump on importance of alliances in Asia
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will go to the White House to try to rekindle Japan’s relationship with President Donald Trump ...
Japanese leader to stress importance of Asian alliances in meeting with Trump
The visit by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is the first major indication of how the Trump administration will handle relations with allies such as Japan and South Korea.
Trump touts close Japan ties but pushes for 'even' trade balance
President Donald Trump on Friday pushed Japan to invest in U.S. energy and technology, showered his closest Asian ally with ...
Trump tells Ishiba at the White House that he wants to slash the US trade deficit with Japan
Trump also announced alongside the Japanese prime minister that Nippon Steel was dropping its $14.1 billion acquisition of ...
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Japan’s Ishiba Confident U.S. Will Avoid Higher Tariffs Amid Strong Investment Ties
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed optimism that Japan could avoid higher U.S. tariffs, citing President Donald ...