🔗 Share this article Trump along with Japan's New Premier Exchange Compliments and Commit to Strengthen ‘Remarkable’ Relationship During a latest trip to Tokyo, ex- US President Trump together with the Japanese new Premier Sanae Takaichi exchanged friendly compliments and pledged to strengthen the currently robust bilateral relations. Key Points from the Encounter Donald Trump praised Takaichi as a ‘exceptional’ figure and congratulated her on becoming the nation's inaugural female premier. In their talks at the capital's Akasaka Palace, the former president expressed confidence that she would become one of the ‘great prime ministers’ of Japan. The prime minister, identified as a protégée of former Japanese leader Shinzo Abe, applauded his initiatives to address global conflicts and reportedly pledged to nominate him for the prestigious award. Economic and Security Deals Both nations revealed a series of joint initiatives in sectors such as energy, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals. Japanese companies are exploring funding of up to $400bn in the US. Additionally, Japan had previously committed $550 billion in long-term US investments, loans, and assurances as part of an arrangement to secure exemption from Trump's import duties. Such moves are viewed as potentially reducing any upcoming requests from Trump for Tokyo to increase its military spending. Takaichi addressed this by committing to accelerate plans to raise military budget to two percent of GDP. Other US Politics Updates Trump did not rule out to a another term, although it is legally impossible. He stated he ‘would like’ to run again but would not exploit a vice presidential workaround. Michigan representative Rashida Tlaib reacted to his comments, declaring, “No way in hell we’re going to let that happen.” Gavin Newsom suggested he will determine on a 2028 presidential run after the upcoming elections. The leader of the US biggest federal workers union demanded an end to the government shutdown, which is now the second-longest in American history. Republican leader Johnson blasted Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries for supporting a contender in the New York City mayor’s race. Indiana governor Mike Braun declared a legislative meeting to redraw congressional districts. Democratic leaders in several states are considering map changes in response to GOP efforts. “Everything I know from Shinzo and others, you will be one of the great prime ministers,” Donald Trump told Takaichi. “I’d also like to congratulate you on being the first woman prime minister. It’s a big deal,” he continued. This meeting underscores the continuing importance of the American-Japanese partnership and paves the way for additional collaboration on economic, security, and foreign policy fronts.