The discussions included foreign assistance and strategic infrastructure for energy and maritime security. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker and Japanese Senior Deputy Minister for…
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U.S. and Japan Extend Science and Tech Agreement Indefinitely
Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Michael Kratsios signed the agreement that extends and amends the cooperation in research and development. The U.S.…
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U.S. Sanctions ICC Officials Over Abuses of Power
Secretary Rubio stated, “We expect more countries to join our campaign by ending their funding and participation in this politicized and unaccountable court.” The U.S. Department of State…
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U.S., Japan, and South Korea Sign Civil Nuclear Energy Memorandum
The trilateral meeting occurred on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Turkey. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu and South Korean…
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President Trump Adjusts Tariffs on Aluminum, Copper, and Steel
Following the Commerce Secretary’s recommendation, tariffs on certain aluminum and steel products were reduced from 25% to 15%. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation this week lowering the…
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State Department Announces Indo-Pacific Advancements with Quad Partners
Secretary Rubio met with foreign ministers from Japan, Australia, and India last month. Secretary of State Rubio met with the foreign ministers of Japan, India, and Australia in…
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U.S. Allies Urge Inclusion of Hezbollah in Iran Peace Deal
Iran is not keeping strictly to the initial ceasefire agreement. The leaders of several nations issued a joint statement urging the inclusion of Israel’s strikes against Hezbollah in…
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Secretary Rubio Attends G7 Foreign Affairs Ministerial
He sought assistance from nations with advanced economies to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended the Group of Seven (G7) Foreign Affairs Ministerial…
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U.S. Allies Pledge to Secure Strait of Hormuz
Six nations express willingness to engage in plans to “ensure safe passage through the strait.” President Donald Trump announced that a sixth U.S. ally has committed to securing…
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Marine Expeditionary Unit Deploys to Middle East
Over two thousand are being sent from Japan to engage in Operation Epic Fury. The Pentagon is deploying the USS Tripoli, a Marine Amphibious Ready Group, and the…
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