TOKYO -- President Donald Trump believes security alliances with other countries are U.S. liabilities rather than assets.
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During meetings with President Trump, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has pointed out the Japan already covers more than 80% of the cost of hosting U.S. troops. (Nikkei Montage/ Source photo by Reuters and Shinya Sawai)
TOKYO -- President Donald Trump believes security alliances with other countries are U.S. liabilities rather than assets.