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Takaichi Reelected, Aims for U.S. Rare Earths Cooperation
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET
Summary: Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi seeks to strengthen ties with U.S. President Trump on rare earths development.
WHO: Sanae Takaichi
WHAT: Reelection and cooperation on rare earths
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: To deepen relationship with the U.S.
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