Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

• Sumo diplomacy: Trump presents trophy to sumo tournament champion during visit to Japan

  The honor given to Trump was part of a charm offensive by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe as he courted Trump with three things close to the American leader’s heart: wrestling, cheeseburgers and golf. Sumo diplomacy, to sum it up.

  Politics

  May 26, 2019
  
• Donald Trump, Melania to make state visit to Japan near end of May

  Without close friends in Asia, Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe appears to be using every opportunity, even the emperor's accession, to court President Donald Trump.

  Politics

  Apr 19, 2019
  
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• Japan’s leader defends handling of hostage crisis

  Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe defended his policy toward terrorism, as the flag at his official residence flew at half-staff Monday

  World

  Feb 2, 2015
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• Japanese governor says too soon to restart nuclear plants

  A Japanese governor said Wednesday the country should not restart any nuclear plants until the cause of the Fukushima meltdown is fully understood and nearby communities have emergency plans that can effectively respond to another major accident.

  Environment

  Oct 15, 2014