Pres. Trump reaffirms U.S.-Japan trade ties, signs minerals deal in meeting with new PM Takaichi

Trade and Investment - A new trade agreement between Japan and the US includes Japan investing $550 billion in the US [2] - The new trade agreement provides Japan with a lower 15% tariff on imports to the US [2] Geopolitical and Security - The US and Japan signed a new agreement to pursue critical minerals together [2] - The US President approved new missiles to be sent to the Japanese self-defense forces, emphasizing the strong alliance between the two powers [4] Diplomacy and Leadership - President Trump engaged in a bilateral meeting and signing ceremony with Japanese Prime Minister [1] - President Trump praised the Japanese Prime Minister for becoming the first female prime minister of Japan [2]