Biden and Kishida meet to bolster US-Japan ties, counter China
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Biden hosted Japanese PM Kishida for a formal state visit to strengthen the US-Japan alliance and counter China. A long list of agreements were made.
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Biden reiterated opposition to Nippon Steel's proposed purchase of U.S. Steel, citing his commitment to American workers. The deal was not on the meeting agenda.
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Biden's intervention in the deal has raised questions about economic ties and signals it was a political move to gain union support.
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Countering China is a major goal of the visit - Biden, Kishida and Philippines President Marcos Jr. will meet to isolate China regionally.
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The politics of the steel deal have overshadowed much of the visit. Business groups warn Biden's stance could discourage foreign investment.