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Japan's PM Kishida to Meet Trump Amid Iran Tensions

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 12:30 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 02:25 | 3 sources | 3 articles

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to hold talks with Donald Trump amid growing concerns over the conflict with Iran. The meeting is described as "difficult," suggesting potentially divergent views on how to address the situation. Japan has historically maintained diplomatic ties with Iran, while the US has taken a more confrontational stance.

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Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large Foto: BBC News
BBC News 19 mar. 2026, 12:30 (1 day ago) Excellent

Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large

It comes days after Trump criticised Japan for not answering his demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Takaichi and Trump Face Iran War Strain Foto: Bloomberg
Bloomberg 20 mar. 2026, 02:25 (15 hours ago)

Takaichi and Trump Face Iran War Strain

The Brookings Institution's Asia Policy Studies Center Research Director Mireya Solis analyzes the high-stakes meeting between PM Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump as the Iran war tests the US-Japan alliance. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Japan's Takaichi tries to reaffirm alliance with Trump as he seeks help securing Strait of Hormuz Foto: The Independent
The Independent 19 mar. 2026, 23:04 (19 hours ago)

Japan's Takaichi tries to reaffirm alliance with Trump as he seeks help securing Strait of Hormuz

There appears to be some tension as President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi answer questions from White House reporters about Japan’s support for the Iran war

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