Overview

• Japan has increased its diplomatic outreach to Donald Trump, urging him not to pursue any deals with China that might disrupt Asia's fragile peace.
• Tokyo's concerns include potential trade or security agreements that could undermine G7 efforts to counter China's influence.
• Japanese officials fear Trump may compromise U.S. support for Taiwan to secure a deal with China, emboldening Beijing.
• Japan is also wary of Trump reintroducing protectionist trade measures and demanding higher contributions for U.S. military presence.
• The outreach includes attempts to arrange meetings with Trump and engagements with think tanks and former U.S. officials close to him.