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Japan, a key ally of the U.S. in Asia, is advising U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump against forming any agreements with China that could potentially disrupt the region’s precarious peace.
What Happened: Japan has amplified its efforts to communicate with individuals close to Trump, given his recent victories in Republican primaries. This includes diplomatic dialogues with think tanks and ex-U.S. officials with ties to Trump, as well as endeavors to arrange a meeting with him, according to a Reuters report.
Japan is primarily concerned about the possibility of Trump negotiating a trade or security agreement with China if he is re-elected. This move could potentially undermine the recent collective actions taken by the Group of Seven (G7) nations to combat China’s influence.
Another worry for Japan is Trump’s potential willingness to weaken U.S. support for Taiwan to secure a deal with China. This could empower Beijing, which considers Taiwan its territory and has not dismissed the ...