TOKYO -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida intends to visit the U.S. as soon as next month to discuss Japan's plans for a defense buildup with President Joe Biden, Nikkei has learned.
Japan's counterstrike capability, increased spending to be discussed

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida meets with U.S. President Joe Biden in Cambodia in November. (Photo courtesy of Japan's Cabinet Office)
TOKYO -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida intends to visit the U.S. as soon as next month to discuss Japan's plans for a defense buildup with President Joe Biden, Nikkei has learned.