Following a meeting between President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba, the U.S. leader warned that Japan could be subjected to tariffs if it does not increase imports from the U.S. This meeting was significant as it marked Ishiba's attempt to strengthen ties with Trump, following the previous friendship established with former PM Shinzo Abe. Despite Ishiba's efforts to charm Trump and deflect questions about tariffs, the concern about Japan’s trade surplus remains, alongside ongoing U.S. strategy to counter China collaboratively with Japan and South Korea.
I think he's going to do a fantastic job as prime minister, a very strong prime minister, and he has a great relationship with the United States."
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