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Trump Backs Japan's Push for North Korea Abductee Talks

3/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged full support for Japan's efforts to resolve the abductee issue with North Korea during a White House meeting.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended the White House meeting.
Takaichi expressed her strong desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to discuss the matter.
She emphasized the need for urgent progress on this longstanding issue.

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged full support for Japan's efforts to resolve the abductee issue with North Korea during a White House meeting.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi attended the White House meeting.
Takaichi expressed her strong desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to discuss the matter.
She emphasized the need for urgent progress on this longstanding issue.