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japantimes.co.jpworld29 days ago
U.S. Delays Tomahawk Missile Deliveries to Japan Over Supply Shortages
The United States has postponed indefinitely the delivery of hundreds of Tomahawk missiles to Japan. The delay stems from production shortfalls linked to ongoing military operations involving Iran.
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japantoday.comfinance29 days ago
U.S. Warns Japan of Possible Two-Year Delay in Tomahawk Missile Deliveries
The United States has notified Japan that Tomahawk missile shipments may be delayed by up to two years. Officials cited the need to replenish stocks used during recent Middle East operations.
japantimes.co.jppolitics38 days ago
Japan Prime Minister to Hold Phone Call With Trump on Friday
Japan's prime minister is preparing to hold telephone talks with President Trump as soon as Friday, according to reports by Nikkei. The planned discussion comes shortly after the Japanese leadership transition. No details have been released on the topics expected to be addressed.
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jpost.comfinance40 days ago
U.S. Treasury Official Discusses Critical Minerals With Japan
A senior U.S. Treasury official said the United States raised matters related to critical minerals during talks with Japan. The official expressed appreciation for Japan's support as a strong ally. The comments were reported on May 12, 2026.
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Cnbcfinance40 days ago
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent Discusses Japan Yen Policy and BOJ Rate Path
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Japanese officials amid recent yen volatility and signaled that the strength of Japan's economy should be reflected in its exchange rate. Economist Martin Schulz said Bessent is not entirely negative on Japan's currency intervention…
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User-providedfinance40 days agoUpdated
U.S. and Japan Finance Chiefs Meet
The U.S. Treasury Secretary met with Japan's Finance Minister in Tokyo on May 12, 2026. The two sides agreed they have been effectively coordinating on foreign exchange issues and will maintain that cooperation. A Bank of America strategist said he expects the yen to continue dep…
Semaforworld41 days ago
Treasury Secretary Visits Japan for Third Time
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arrived in Japan on May 11, 2026, ahead of talks with China. Officials plan to discuss the next phase of Japan's $550 billion investment pledge in the U.S. strategic industrial base and monetary policy issues. The visit marks the third trip to Jap…
Forbesfinance4 days ago
USS George Washington Leaves Yokosuka for Post-Maintenance Sea Trials
The U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier left its Japanese homeport over the weekend of May 9-10, 2026, following maintenance after its December 2025 deployment. Carrier Air Wing 5 simultaneously began 10 days of field carrier landing practice drills on Iwo Jima. Th…
cnbc.comfinance41 days ago
U.S. Treasury Secretary Meets Japanese Officials in Tokyo on Currency Issues
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to meet Japanese officials in Tokyo on Tuesday to discuss recent currency market developments. The talks follow Japanese authorities' intervention in the currency market using dollars to buy yen. Bessent announced the meetings on…
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japantoday.comfinance45 days ago
U.S. and Japan Commit $2.1 Billion to Finance Texas GulfLink Deepwater Oil Export Terminal
The Japan-U.S. strategic investment agreement will cover the full originally announced cost of the Texas GulfLink project, which has been in development for nearly a decade. Construction is expected to begin imminently on the terminal 30 miles offshore, connected by pipeline from…
japantoday.comworld46 days ago
Japan Fires Surface-to-Ship Missiles and Sinks Old Warship in Exercises With US Forces
Japan conducted live-fire drills in waters between the Philippines and Taiwan, firing surface-to-ship missiles and sinking a decommissioned vessel as part of exercises involving U.S. forces. The drills took place amid heightened regional tensions. China has objected to the activi…
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upi.comfinance46 days ago
US Treasury Secretary Bessent to Meet Japanese Officials and Bank of Japan Governor
US Treasury Secretary Bessent is scheduled to hold separate meetings in Japan on Tuesday with the prime minister, the finance minister and the Bank of Japan governor. The engagements were reported by Nikkei. The talks come as the United States and Japan maintain close economic an…
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Japan Timespolitics4 days ago
Trump Scheduled for China Visit in May, with Potential Japan Stopover Under Consideration
The Japanese government is seeking a stopover by U.S. President Donald Trump in Japan amid his planned two-day trip to Beijing starting May 14, 2026. The stopover would include talks with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Japan-China relations and Taiwan. Sources indicated the U.S…
japantimes.co.jpworld52 days agoUpdated
Japan's Ruling Party Recommends Minesweeper Deployment to Strait of Hormuz
The Japanese government and ruling parties are assessing the feasibility of sending Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweepers to the Strait of Hormuz. This follows a request from U.S. President Donald Trump for assistance in securing oil shipment navigation. The study comes amid o…
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