Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump reaffirmed their commitment to bolster defence cooperation and maintain Indo-Pacific peace. Addressing US troops at Yokosuka Naval Base, Takaichi vowed to reinforce Japan’s defence posture amid rising regional tensions and China’s assertiveness
US soldiers wave and take photos of President Donald Trump as he arrives to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington at the US Navy’s Yokosuka base, south of Tokyo, on Tuesday. PICS/AP/PTI
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday underscored Japan’s resolve to strengthen its defence posture and deepen cooperation with the US, calling for joint efforts to preserve peace in the Indo-Pacific amid escalating regional tensions.
Addressing US troops aboard the USS George Washington at the Yokosuka Naval Base alongside US President Donald Trump, Takaichi said the region was facing an “unprecedented security environment” and stressed that Japan and the US would “join hands to ensure peace and security”.
“Peace cannot be preserved by words alone. It can be protected only when there is an unwavering determination and action,” she said, reaffirming her government’s intent to “fundamentally reinforce its defence capabilities” and contribute “even more proactively to peace and stability of the region.”
(From left) US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
Her remarks came as both nations reiterated their determination to enhance military cooperation to counter growing challenges from China, which has ramped up drills in the South China Sea and increased pressure on Taiwan. Addressing nearly 6000 American troops gathered on the aircraft carrier, Trump called Takaichi a symbol of strength and progress.
Earlier, the two leaders met in Tokyo for bilateral talks on strengthening defence cooperation, trade ties, and regional security. Trump told Takaichi she would “be one of the great prime ministers,” while Takaichi described him as a “great leader” and expressed her intention to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize, according to the White House. Their meeting also saw the signing of agreements on trade and critical minerals, reaffirming a shared commitment to bolstering Japan’s defence capabilities.
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