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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.jpworld5 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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