Trump hosts Japanese PM for US-Japan summit at White House

Trump hosts Japanese PM for US-Japan summit at White House
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Rham Emanuel Ambassador | U.S Embassy and Consulates in Japan

President Trump met with Prime Minister Ishiba at the White House on February 7, 2025. This summit marked their first meeting to discuss U.S.-Japan relations. The leaders agreed to "pursue a new golden age for U.S.-Japan relations that upholds a free and open Indo-Pacific and brings peace and prosperity to a violent and disorderly world."

During the summit, both leaders outlined plans to enhance cooperation between the United States and Japan. Their discussions focused on promoting peace, growth, and prosperity while coordinating efforts in the Indo-Pacific region.

In addition to these discussions, President Trump accepted an invitation from Prime Minister Ishiba to visit Japan in the near future.