Japanese PM set for high-stakes meeting with Donald Trump over Iran
Sanae Takaichi prepares for toughest test yet as US urges Tokyo to send warships to Gulf
Sanae Takaichi prepares for toughest test yet as US urges Tokyo to send warships to Gulf

US president tells Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that it is ‘appropriate’ for the country to help in the conflict

President will pick which projects receive capital, according to unpublished memo

Formidable obstacles stand in the way of any diplomatic effort to end the war

The president’s shocking comment could be helpful for a prime minister seeking radical transformation of Japan

US president soothes markets but doubts on strategy and Tehran’s position persist

US and Chinese leaders to discuss Hormuz blockade, Taiwan and rare earths