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World Service,28 Oct 2025,8 mins
Have the US and Japan formed a stronger alliance?
World Business ReportAvailable for 27 days
US President Donald Trump and Japan's new prime minister have pledged a stronger alliance and closer economic ties during his visit to Tokyo. The two leaders have signed new investment deals including one covering rare earth minerals. The UN warns the world is falling badly behind in tackling climate change. So, which countries are stepping up, and which are lagging? Plus, will Elon Musk walk away from Tesla if his trillion-dollar pay package gets rejected? Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: Niamh Mc Dermott Editor: Shea Conduct
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