Japan PM Takaichi and US President Trump tout 'new golden age' for alliance

Leaders sign deals on trade implementation and rare earths at first summit in Tokyo

U.S. President Donald Trump, left, and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrive at Akasaka Palace in Tokyo on Oct. 28. © AP

SHOTARO TANI and MITSURU OBE

October 28, 2025 08:19 JST

Updated on October 28, 2025 19:28 JST

TOKYO -- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump at their first summit vowed to deepen economic and security cooperation, while touting a "new golden age" for the Japan-U.S. alliance, as the Japanese leader promised a greater contribution from Tokyo to international security.