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US-Japan Alliance & Trade - The US aims to strengthen its alliance with Japan, viewing it as stronger than ever before [1][2] - The US expresses willingness to assist Japan in any way possible, emphasizing a strong alliance [2] - Optimism is expressed regarding overcoming trade differences between the two countries [2] - Japan is expediting its pledge to increase military spending to GDP [4] - Japan will increase imports of US military supplies [4] - The US and Japan signed an agreement on critical minerals [4] - A memorandum of understanding was signed regarding shipbuilding [4] Geopolitical Strategy - The US is trying to secure leverage ahead of talks with China [3] - Bolstering the US-Japanese alliance is seen as a way to counter China [4] Investment & Business - A planned investment fund from Japan of $550 billion was mentioned [5] - President Trump hosted a leader reception with business executives in Tokyo [5] - Japanese companies like SoftBank and Toshiba were highlighted [6]