Trump-Xi Meeting Nears, US Treasury Secretary Arrives in Japan First for Talks with Takaichi

Central News Agency, Tokyo, May 11 (CNA) – US President Trump is set to make a state visit to China from May 13 to 15. Kyodo News reported that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arrived in Japan this afternoon and plans to meet with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama tomorrow. Kyodo News noted that in light of the upcoming US-China presidential talks, Bessent's visit will focus on discussing the Japanese government and central bank's foreign exchange market interventions through buying yen and selling dollars, and will also exchange views on issues such as China's export controls against Japan. Bessent announced his itinerary on the social media platform X on May 10, US time, stating that he would visit Japan and South Korea from May 11 to 13, emphasizing that "economic security is national security." According to reports, reducing reliance on China for critical minerals such as rare earths has become a common challenge for both Japan and the United States. In addition, both sides may also discuss the situation in the Middle East. This is Bessent's second visit to Japan since October 2025. Trump plans to hold talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, and Bessent will also accompany him to China. (Editor: Chen Cheng-chien) 1150511. Choose to stand with facts, your every sponsorship is a force for protecting press freedom. Download CNA's "First-hand News" APP to stay updated with the latest news. The text, images, and videos on this website may not be reproduced, broadcast, or transmitted without authorization.