Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, left, and U.S. President Donald Trump have held just one brief in-person meeting since Takaichi’s U.S. trip in March. (Photo by Mayumi Tsumita)
TAJIO KOBAYASHI
September 2, 2026 00:40 JST
In the lead‑up to the upcoming U.S.–China summit, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aims to secure meetings with President Donald Trump at forthcoming international events, providing an opportunity for direct dialogue between the two leaders.
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