1. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has pledged to strengthen Japan's defense capabilities and increase defense spending, as discussed with US President Donald Trump during their meeting in Tokyo.
2. The leaders agreed to collaborate on various economic security issues such as critical minerals, rare earths, shipbuilding, and AI technology, as well as bolster the Japan-US alliance's deterrence and response capabilities.
3. Discussions about revising Japan's National Security Strategy and related documents will take place by the end of 2026, including potential measures to boost defense capabilities and budget increases.
2. The leaders agreed to collaborate on various economic security issues such as critical minerals, rare earths, shipbuilding, and AI technology, as well as bolster the Japan-US alliance's deterrence and response capabilities.
3. Discussions about revising Japan's National Security Strategy and related documents will take place by the end of 2026, including potential measures to boost defense capabilities and budget increases.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251029_06/#summary
Date: Oct. 29, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-29
Created: 2025/10/29 17:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:11
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