Japan’s new PM will hope the Abe effect endears Trump to her at crucial talks

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Justin McCurry in TokyoOctober 27, 2025 at 07:50 AM

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Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will meet with US President Donald Trump for talks expected to focus on trade and security issues. The meeting comes days after Takaichi formed a coalition government that lacks a majority in Japan's lower house. Tensions exist due to recent "retaliatory" tariffs imposed by the US on Japanese goods, despite Trump’s fondness for Japan. Takaichi aims to demonstrate her diplomatic skills and has pledged to raise defense spending to 2% of GDP by March 2025, two years ahead of schedule, aligning with Trump's demands. The talks will also address the cost-sharing of hosting US troops in Japan, a long-standing point of contention between the allies.

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