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Trump travels to Asia during shutdown, says donor gave $130 million to pay troops
President Trump is visiting Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea amid a 25-day government shutdown. He’s expected to meet with China’s president during the trip. Meanwhile, Trump says an anonymous donor contributed $130 million to ensure military personnel continue receiving pay.

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Trump to meet with Xi as he travels to Asia to contain trade war
President Trump prepares for Asia trip, aims for trade deal with China
Trump inks U.S. deals on trade, critical minerals with Southeast Asian partners
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States would soon sign trade deals with Cambodia and Malaysia, as well as a critical minerals deal with Thailand.

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Trump's Asia return and East Timor's entry take spotlight in landmark ASEAN summit
Trump's desperate move to save Zelensky? US President now expects Xi to pressure Russia
Trump Heads To ASEAN Summit; Trade Talks With Xi, Possible Kim Meet On Agenda
Trump is set to meet Xi in South Korea on the last day of his tri-nation visit in a bid to seal a deal to end the trade war between Washington and Beijing.

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Trump’s Asia tour to feature summit with Chinese President Xi, trade, investment deals across region
The Trump-Xi Meeting: What To Expect From High-Stakes Talks And What Happens If They Fail

How Trump’s perception of Japan collides with today’s economic reality

Japan was the genesis of President Donald Trump’s tariff-led approach to reshaping the global economy. When he lands in Tokyo, trade will again be on his agenda.

Japan's new leader faces diplomatic gauntlet with Trump, China and regional summits

Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces significant foreign policy challenges just days after taking office

One way Japan might try to win over Trump: Buying American pickup trucks

The Japanese government is reportedly considering purchasing Ford F-150s ahead of a visit next week by President Donald Trump, who has pushed for greater sales of U.S. vehicles.

Trump, 79, Busts Out Wild Dance Moves After 24-Hour Flight

Malaysia rolled out the red carpet for President Donald Trump’s arrival on Sunday local time. In turn, Trump celebrated his arrival in the Southeast Asian country by turning the red carpet into a dance floor in front of hundreds of onlookers.

Trump calls Ford F-150 a 'hot truck' in enthusiastic presidential endorsement of top American vehicle

President Donald Trump calls Ford F-150 a 'hot truck' after reporter claims Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans major purchase.

When and what is the ASEAN Summit 2025? What to know as Trump arrives

President Donald Trump, during his trip to Asia, will participate in the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia before making stops in Japan and South Korea.

Japan plans to tell Trump it will build up its military after years of 1% defense spending

Japan's first female prime minister Sanae Takaichi plans accelerated military expansion as Trump visit approaches. Historic shift from pacifist defense policy.
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