Japanese Prime Minister visits the United States and meets with Trump

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi visited the United States. During the trip, she met with President Donald Trump and laid flowers at Arlington National Cemetery.

A poll by Nikkei showed the Japanese Prime Minister's approval rating rose after the meeting with Trump. Some foreign media reports framed the visit as a political gamble for Takaichi, suggesting she is trying to secure U.S. support for her own ambitions.