Trump donor lands in Japan as ambassador, 'optimistic' on tariff talks

George Glass emphasizes nations' friendship and highlights China threat

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George Glass, the new U.S. ambassador to Japan, arrives at Tokyo's Haneda International Airport on April 18, accompanied by his wife, Mary. (Photo by Sae Kamae) 

KENJI KAWASE

TOKYO -- George Glass, the newly appointed U.S. ambassador to Japan and a major financial backer of President Donald Trump, landed in Tokyo on Friday with the countries engaging in tough negotiations over trade and tariffs.

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