Overview

• Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed Congress, emphasizing the importance of U.S. leadership on the global stage.
• Kishida's speech coincided with stalled foreign aid in Congress, affecting key regions like Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
• In response to geopolitical threats from China, North Korea, and Russia, Kishida reaffirmed Japan's support for U.S. leadership.
• The U.S., Japan, and the Philippines announced joint military exercises and increased cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Kishida and U.S. President Joe Biden also announced steps to strengthen military and economic ties between their countries.