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Trump ends Japan leg of Asia tour after meeting Sanae Takaichi

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi feted Donald Trump in Tokyo with pageantry and policy: the pair signed a rare-earth minerals deal and a statement hailing a new golden age in US-Japan ties that reaffirms a 15% tariff accord. Takaichi pledged higher defense spending, nominated Trump for the Nobel peace prize, and, aboard the USS George Washington, praised the alliance as thousands cheered. Trump approved the first delivery of US missiles for Japan's F-35s and touted prospective Toyota investments, while pressing for wider market access. As he departs for South Korea, Takaichi faces balancing US demands with China ties.

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