US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have announced a series of new initiatives aimed at strengthening defense and intelligence cooperation between the two countries amid growing concerns over China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region. The announcements were made during Kishida's visit to the White House, marking the first official state visit by a Japanese Prime Minister to the US in nine years. The initiatives include plans to form a council on defense industries, enhance defense security cooperation, and improve military interoperability. This visit also coincides with a trilateral summit involving the Philippines, focusing on security in the South China Sea. The leaders are expected to discuss restructuring the US military presence in Japan and launching a joint air defense network with Australia to counter China. The visit underscores the importance of the US-Japan alliance in ensuring a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region.
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US and Japan agree to strengthen defence alliance amid tensions with China ➡️ https://t.co/uVKS9FyBXZ https://t.co/0Qa6JQkQb2
US and Japan tout increased military cooperation and a new missile defense system with and aye on aggressive actions by China and Russia! Watch #Japan #UnitedStates #China #Russia https://t.co/AwWDW9CN4t
In a joint statement Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and President Joe Biden called for closer defense cooperation, including changes to military command structures. https://t.co/WLFAko4EZ8
Hosting Fumio Kishida, Biden said the two nations were “taking significant steps to strengthen defense security cooperation…We’re increasing the interoperability and planning of our militaries so they can work together in a seamless and effective way.” https://t.co/H0aVBn2KeG
"I'm speechless" Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks at a state dinner hosted by President Joe Biden https://t.co/aHAAAwCZgx https://t.co/0lxO0ldIyg
Joined @POTUS & @FLOTUS in honoring the visit of Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio & Mrs. Kishida Yuko at the #WhiteHouse state dinner tonight. Surrounded by #ono food & familiar faces, it was an impressive celebration of the critical alliance between U.S. & Japan. https://t.co/UpbNXp9EFc
US, Japan, Australia To Launch Joint Air Defence Network To Counter China: Joe Biden https://t.co/39QQV56mWl
Biden and Kishida unveiled "the most significant" upgrades ever in defense ties. Here's how the two leaders plan to counter China: https://t.co/3eA0fkZ62w
Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced in D.C. new military, economic and other agreements ahead of their trilateral summit on Thursday with Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. https://t.co/eRGuVYhx0p
Honored to attend tonight’s state dinner celebrating Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to Washington. It is a testament to the strength of the US-Japan alliance and a reminder of how much we can accomplish by working together. https://t.co/KQa1zucBKb
The stars glittered at the Bidens’ state dinner at the White House on Wednesday evening, with Robert DeNiro, the Clintons, and Jeff Bezos among the more than 200 guests invited to rub elbows with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. https://t.co/z5LNVWoGeW
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Together, Prime Minister Kishida and I have strengthened this Alliance and expanded our work. We have raised our shared ambitions. And now, the U.S.-Japan Alliance is a beacon to the entire world. There’s no limit to what our countries and our people can do together. https://t.co/spbFvBSKam
Guest list for Biden-Kishida state dinner 👇 https://t.co/Rl8DjTWQYJ
US President Joe Biden speaking alongside Japanese PM Fumio Kishida said the alliance between Tokyo and Washington is defensive in nature and "doesn't have anything to do with conflict." Biden said US is ready to engage in dialogue with North Korea, to address human rights… https://t.co/Hq7oM3F734
▼Japan-U.S. Summit Meeting (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity #JPNUSAsummit https://t.co/FufxBOwS9M
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Biden seeks a coalition with Japan, the Philippines to counter a rising China https://t.co/5CR2MWMgXY https://t.co/0FAi8iryMy
Luminaries including Clinton, Bezos, Cook, Dimon arriving at White House for black-tie state dinner with Japan's PM Kishida Poor Japanese MOF can't intervene in FX while this is taking place or it will get really awkward
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio attracted some major star power to Washington for his state dinner at the White House on Wednesday night. https://t.co/5FkkFsNUuj
The roots of the #USJapanAlliance run deep. And PM @kishida230’s steadfast leadership and bold policies mean that cooperation between our two nations at every level is blossoming🌸 @NationalMallNPS @CherryBlossFest #CherryBlossomAlliance https://t.co/PKaaJARit5
“The friendship between Japan and the United States will continue to grow and move around the world, thriving on friendship, respect and trust of the people of both countries,” he said. https://t.co/bvRe5RIOCi
The alliance between Japan and the United States is a cornerstone of peace, security, prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and around the world. - @POTUS https://t.co/KZ0TJfZOXs
With eyes on China, US and Japan vow new security collaboration, reports Reuters.
President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida will keep working together to ensure the Indo-Pacific remains free, open, prosperous, and secure. https://t.co/rHiuKmhKeF
PM Kishida: I held a summit meeting with President Biden. To ensure peace in the world and security and prosperity in Japan, we must fully uphold the free and open international order based on the rule of law. (1/2)
White House State Dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida Highlights – 11pm ET on C-SPAN https://t.co/XXbspU8MyV https://t.co/qXwlz9Uh0t
.@POTUS and @FLOTUS greet the Kishidas for state dinner https://t.co/5fOEM8jW2W
President Biden is employing some personal diplomacy this week as he intensifies his efforts to build a network of defense alliances in East Asia to challenge China's growing influence and power. https://t.co/y5jLZQWVT3
US and Japan announce new military agreements aimed at countering China https://t.co/5US7qmTU59
A spring-themed menu inspired by American and Japanese cuisine and decor evocative of a koi pond are all features of Wednesday night's White House state dinner honoring Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife. https://t.co/4J5tLE9Nur
FirstFT: US and Japan announce ‘most significant’ upgrade to alliance https://t.co/f2P1uZEL5k
Over the last three years, the friendship between Japan and the United States has soared to new heights. There is no limit to what our countries and people can achieve together. https://t.co/B8m55xxxLk
Mr. Kishida compared the U.S.-Japan alliance to a cherry tree, saying it grows thicker and stronger through the years. https://t.co/bvRe5RIOCi
US-Japan alliance celebrated at White House with state dinner for PM Kishida https://t.co/mZsI12YUwk
President Biden and the Japanese prime minister announced several new initiatives aimed at deepening defense and intelligence cooperation between the two countries, which aims to send a message to China that the U.S. is "prepared in case we have to be," @weijia reports. https://t.co/zvbga6nsyD
Biden seeks coalition with Japan, Philippines to counter a rising China https://t.co/2WNVGIuQwF
Biden and Kishida strengthen bonds to defend global order https://t.co/l1ee7fSmJ8
US & Japan announce ‘most significant’ upgrade to military alliance since 1960 https://t.co/oAZDe83Ntw via @ft
US and Japan boost defence ties with eye on China https://t.co/UEgKboLAYB
President Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio said Wednesday they remain open to dialogue or a direct summit with North Korea over its nuclear ambitions and missile program. https://t.co/ERb1VKUT1A
With eyes on China, US and Japan vow new security collaboration https://t.co/f6AtLm2UeZ https://t.co/c11Kflzz4R
ICYMI: Ahead of PM Kishida's visit to the U.S., I penned an op-ed for @NikkeiAsia on the importance of deepening ties and advancing our shared vision of a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. https://t.co/UBDn0h4hBK
Any perceived weakness in the U.S.-Japan relationship risks emboldening China, @jekavanagh and @ka_grieco write. https://t.co/PhfrORaCSS
Japan is America’s sound ally — the relationship between our two countries is of the utmost importance. Welcome to the U.S., Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. 🇺🇸🇯🇵 @kishida230
This week's US-Japan-Philippines summit is all about China https://t.co/NPhQWCu95p
Biden, 81, rolls out the red carpet... and the note card...for talks with Japanese PM Kishida on rising threat of China, the war in Ukraine and the first bullet train in the U.S. before lavish dinner and Paul Simon performance https://t.co/9GxH61rNkN https://t.co/wtvWYQyybh
JAPAN'S KISHIDA: TELLS BIDEN U.S., JAPAN ARE INDISPENSABLE TO ONE ANOTHER ON SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH
Defence is on the agenda as Kishida Fumio meets Joe Biden in Washington, DC. So is “Trump-proofing” their countries’ alliance, as @NoahSneider explains on “The Intelligence” https://t.co/r1BzvzfLez
The strength of the US-Japan alliance will be on full display in Washington this week. But there's a chance to make it even more: America's most powerful partnership globally https://t.co/nX5irQeASv via @opinion
Thanks to the leadership and vision of @POTUS and PM @kishida230, the #USJapanAlliance is stronger today than ever before. This new era in 🇺🇸🇯🇵 ties will help bring peace, prosperity, and expanded partnerships to the #IndoPacific and beyond. https://t.co/8yZCnivchM
🚨🇺🇸🇯🇵BREAKING: BIDEN AND JAPAN'S PM ... LOTS OF POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE White House has turned out a Yankee Doodle Dandy welcome for the Prime Minister of Japan's arrival. https://t.co/zl3Xf6g9st
The strength of the US-Japan alliance will be on full display in Washington this week. But there's a chance to make it even more: America's most powerful partnership globally https://t.co/HzAoU8DrBJ
DC Double Date Night: Biden Woos Japanese PM with Dinner Out Fumio Kishida began his trip to the US by dining out with Joe Biden on Tuesday. They apparently shared a few courses together while mulling over how to pin the blame on Russian & Chinese aggression. Most… https://t.co/3vNE5JBMJO
Biden and Kishida are celebrating tighter U.S.-Japan relations today. But looming over the event are questions about the political futures of both leaders. https://t.co/LQb6zUOi0M
Hugely significant meeting today between President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida, to upgrade the security relationship between the United States and Japan. Why it matters: --It's perhaps the clearest indication yet of an official need to counter and stymie China's growing…
A new partnership on space exploration, an upgraded command structure, and a fresh batch of cherry blossom trees are a few of the highlights Biden and Fumio Kishida will announce today during Japan’s official visit. https://t.co/eFg9FEppP9
NEW from @MKrainc: The leaders of the U.S., Japan, and the Philippines will meet this week in the first ever trilateral summit between the nations. The real show is about security in the Indo-Pacific. https://t.co/NPhQWCtBfR
Biden, Japan’s PM to showcase strong partnership during White House state visit https://t.co/9mXlloAGDR
Pres. Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida are expected this week to announce a ramped-up level of defense and intelligence cooperation between the two countries, senior administration officials said. https://t.co/PzQQwUU02Z
The leaders will hold Oval Office talks and a joint press conference before a formal dinner, which will include a post-meal performance by singer-songwriter Paul Simon, a favorite of both Kishida and first lady Jill Biden. https://t.co/GXAnfgfbvI https://t.co/RpYMoUv9fA
To Counter China’s Rising Power, Biden Looks to Strengthen Ties With Japan https://t.co/GOintQMPNA
Biden and Kishida to announce 70 agreements at 'historic' summit https://t.co/Fz4jljecfr Two countries to co-produce weapons and align command structures.
On April 9, Mrs. Kishida Yuko, the spouse of the PM, during her visit to Washington D.C., participated Japanese tea ceremony with JET program alumni, Luncheon with Japanese language educators, and a cherry blossom festival related event. #US Overview👉https://t.co/Mfr2Sxo9XI https://t.co/n8ymwVDE0I
One US official characterized the upgrade as “one of the biggest changes to take place in the U.S.-Japan alliance since 1960,” calling the developments “unimaginable just a few years ago and frankly, unimaginable with a leader other than Fumio Kishida.” https://t.co/s1E0VSm3m8
President Joe Biden’s administration is looking to reverse China’s attempts to isolate countries in Asia with help from allies in the region, according to US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel https://t.co/cxYmjIuvWS https://t.co/e4LFJT26v5
Bidens roll out the diplomatic – and literal – red carpet for Japan leader’s visit https://t.co/r3jsVhLF3f
During this week’s official visit, @POTUS and Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida will discuss efforts to strengthen our political, security, economic, and people-to-people ties. https://t.co/7lgevnTAAl
US President #JoeBiden welcomed Japanese Prime Minister #FumioKishida to the White House yesterday. Both leaders seek to further boost bilateral ties amid shared concerns about China's increasing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region. https://t.co/ihigan1YiI
Marcos says trilateral summit with U.S., Japan to include South China Sea cooperation: The upcoming trilateral summit between the United States, Philippines and Japan will include an agreement to maintain security and freedom of… https://t.co/VrnLs8HTAg #japannews #japantoday
On April 9, FM Kamikawa, who is accompanying PM’s official visit to the U.S., hosted a dinner with experts on Japan-U.S. relations and held a broad exchange of views regarding Japan-U.S. relations. #US Overview👉https://t.co/vmZEUOojQU https://t.co/3NvSwAQ7oh
Biden and Kishida will be discussing plans to restructure the US military presence in Japan in the face of perceived threats in the Asia-Pacific region — especially from China and North Korea. https://t.co/cYDCn35DJZ
Cherry blossoms, steak and Paul Simon: the Bidens put on a show for Japan’s PM https://t.co/X6fJqS7A1o
Philippines president says trilateral summit with U.S., Japan to include South China Sea cooperation https://t.co/HNewPLNh2l https://t.co/BJFQ7qMDhK
⚠️ PHILIPPINES PRESIDENT SAYS TRILATERAL SUMMIT WITH U.S., JAPAN TO INCLUDE SOUTH CHINA SEA COOPERATION Full Story → https://t.co/9fXfeW4GsF
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will make new agreements with US President Joe Biden when he visits the White House this week, while US and Japanese businesses sign investment deals and cement other ties. Here are some of the most notable https://t.co/47ldNyC53F
▼Informal Dinner between Prime Minister Kishida, Mrs. Kishida, President Biden and Dr. Biden (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity https://t.co/aYMvsDperw
▼Prime Minister Kishida’s Dialogue with the Next Generation for Japan-U.S. Friendship and Cooperation (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity https://t.co/BhA1ceNEce
US is looking to reverse China’s attempts to isolate countries in Asia including the Philippines with help from Japan and other allies in the region, US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel says https://t.co/3g98ARCHuU https://t.co/XsmeeAbQck
Menu for state dinner for PM Kishida of Japan: house-cured salmon with shiso leaf tempura, dry-aged rib-eye beef with morel mushrooms and shishito pepper butter. Also, while prior PM Koizumi went to Graceland, Kishida gets Paul Simon for entertainment https://t.co/Rk8IdvsnDq
The Biden administration has been improving military cooperation with Asian countries as a means to counter China's increasingly assertive behavior. @GeoffRBennett discussed the efforts with @USAmbJapan. https://t.co/9pvJY0Qo2w
Kishida in Japan has been hosting former execs from $GS $IBM $WDC about investing more in Japan...he wants to become a semi-conductor hub. He will meet with Biden on Wednesday (already Wed in Japan). Japan has created more than 1mn jobs in the US and intends to create more.
What to Know About the Japanese Prime Minister’s Visit to Washington https://t.co/fQPwfE5h0c
Biden and Kishida should use their visit to ensure that the U.S.-Japan alliance is sufficiently strong and credible to stand up to its most pressing threats, @jekavanagh and @ka_grieco write. https://t.co/PhfrORaCSS
Kishida kicks off state visit to U.S., with allies set for 'historic' defense upgrade https://t.co/s1E0VSm3m8
US, Japan to strike deals on defense, space at leaders' summit https://t.co/Rf069w7Z8F https://t.co/d3Gb5zXYQo
PM Kishida: As we mark the passage of a century since the late Senator Daniel Inouye's birth, as the Prime Minister of Japan, I visited a memorial symbolizing the history of Japanese Americans and offered flowers there. (1/2) https://t.co/4yKOTWtHsf
US is looking to reverse China’s attempts to isolate countries in Asia including the Philippines with help from Japan and other allies in the region, according to US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel https://t.co/ou3QEBqKmf
More joint patrols can be expected in the #SouthChinaSea after drills by the United States, Australia, the Philippines and Japan last weekend, US national security adviser Jake Sullivan says, ahead of US summits with the Japanese and Philippine leaders. https://t.co/EJHnTN0dUS
Prime Minister Kishida’s Attendance at the Luncheon Meeting with U.S. Business Leaders (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) | Prime Minister's Office of Japan https://t.co/JCyC4SXup1
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is in Washington this week for the 1st official state visit of 🇯🇵 PM in 9 years. Ahead of his trip, he sat down with me for a 1:1 interview and spoke about his life, career and foreign and defense policy. My profile: https://t.co/Jcw5U4qgAs
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida began a much-anticipated visit to Washington focused on security in the Indo-Pacific at a rare moment of public difference between Japan and the U.S. READ MORE: https://t.co/HmKp3i5ztS https://t.co/HmKp3i5ztS
To keep the peace in Asia, Japan is planning for war—as are America’s other allies in the region as they collaborate more closely on defence https://t.co/FvCk2TiHy4 👇
The White House summit Thursday between President Biden, Philippine President Marcos and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida has one overriding focus: China https://t.co/d35OiYSpch
It was an honor to welcome @JPN_PMO Kishida to the @njamemorial in Washington with @SecDebHaaland and @RepJillTokuda to help plant a cherry tree honoring Senator Daniel K. Inouye, as well as the invaluable friendship and alliance between Japan and the United States. https://t.co/YHmEol8ccH
▼Prime Minister Kishida’s Attendance at the Luncheon Meeting with U.S. Business Leaders (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity https://t.co/YwuB81cgir
▼Courtesy call on Prime Minister Kishida by Microsoft Vice Chair and President (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity https://t.co/iK8IQqFk2u
Expect more joint South China Sea patrols, the US says ahead of summits with allies, reports Reuters.
The Japan-US Alliance is not just a relationship between leaders, but is also built on multi-layered friendships between governments, companies & more. Read more about the 🇯🇵-🇺🇸 global partnership in PM Kishida's interview with @washingtonpost's @myhlee: https://t.co/uTcjn2Rf5A
Kishida heads to U.S. with a mission — maintain alliance momentum amid challenges https://t.co/qa9TFAuhGa
▼Prime Minister Kishida’s Visit to Arlington National Cemetery (Summary) #DiplomacySecurity https://t.co/30u9etWjIp
Chinese ambitions for US allies prompts Washington security summit with Japan, Philippines https://t.co/56iKTFJgz3
Japan's Kishida expects more U.S. chip collaboration opportunities https://t.co/KRdD0OlOax
In his @CNN interview prior to his official visit to the US, PM Kishida explains how the Japan-US Alliance has become "ever more important" due to the world being at a "historic turning point." Check out the full interview to see why the 🇯🇵-🇺🇸 relationship is stronger than ever. https://t.co/PbdpKX93Vl
Japan's Kishida expects more US chip collaboration opportunities https://t.co/VAYB1wT5mJ https://t.co/j9WNKXiFwr
Our alliance with Japan is fundamental to stability in the Indo-Pacific. At a time of growing military aggression by China in the Taiwan Strait & South China Sea, the U.S. must continue efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties & security cooperation w/ Japan. https://t.co/j7tZqoCrqG
WHITE HOUSE NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISER SULLIVAN SAYS BIDEN, KISHIDA WILL ANNOUNCE MEASURES TO ENHANCE DEFENSE AND SECURITY COOPERATION
Japan is a critical American ally and trading partner, and I am pleased that Prime Minister Kishida is visiting the U.S. this week. As we continue to pursue deeper cooperation with Japan, we must work to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region. https://t.co/ZwatI6KyPD
The Biden-Kishida summit provides an opportunity to take stock of three crucial matters: Can Kishida sustain Japan’s proactive leadership? What will summit deliverables reveal about priorities? And will U.S.-Japan cooperation survive this year's elections? https://t.co/BV7crmuSE4
In the contested waters of the South China Sea, a dangerous escalation is unfolding as #China has intensified its maritime maneuvers against the #Philippines https://t.co/IEgxzKw3Q2
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told The Post his visit to the White House would underline the importance and strength of the U.S.-Japan relationship in an increasingly fragile security environment. https://t.co/2ubYdEe6b3
President Biden will welcome two key Asian allies, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., to the White House this week. #TWTFrontPage https://t.co/vkck8O6rqd
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was just 6 yrs old in 1963 when he and his family moved from Tokyo to NY. This week, he returns to the U.S. not just as PM, but as the one who has led 🇺🇸🇯🇵 alliance to its strongest point. My profile & 1:1 interview: https://t.co/Jcw5U4qgAs
Biden, Kishida to Strengthen Defense Alliance With Eye on China - BBG https://t.co/nSnatODzL2
China concerns bring new unity to once-turbulent US-Japan-Philippines relationship ahead of major White House summit #China #UnitedStates #Japan #Philippines #WhiteHouseSummit https://t.co/aG56MgzcAc
China concerns bring new unity to once-turbulent US-Japan-Philippines relationship ahead of major White House summit #China #UnitedStates #Japan #Phillipines #WhiteHouseSummit https://t.co/NiiJWNqqck
At White House, Japanese prime minister will trumpet strength of U.S. alliance https://t.co/syoC1Kpbx8 By @myhlee
US President Joe Biden and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida plan to form a council on defense industries as they look to shore up their military alliance, according to a senior administration official https://t.co/dlbrlpet9x
The White House’s Jake Sullivan spoke to NHK World about the outlook for the Japan-US alliance and security in the Indo-Pacific region ahead of the summit between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio. https://t.co/105j1jrgRx