Posted originally on CTH on October 27, 2025 | Sundance

U.S. President Donald Trump received a grand welcome from Japan’s first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, in Tokyo before the two leaders held a bilateral meeting focused on trade, defense and regional stability.

Video segments below, as presented, starting with the formal welcome ceremony.

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At the grand Akasaka Palace, President Donald Trump met Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for a historic U.S.–Japan summit. The leaders celebrated shared achievements, discussed new trade and defense commitments, and promised a stronger alliance for peace and prosperity.

President Trump delivered very touching remarks about former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Mrs Takaichi’s friend and mentor in politics.

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The signing between the two leaders below.

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President @realDonaldTrump arrives at Akasaka Palace and is greeted by the Prime Minister of Japan 🇺🇸🇯🇵 pic.twitter.com/PTdTzvErbZ

— Margo Martin (@MargoMartin47) October 28, 2025