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Japan's PM Takaichi to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Ties with Australia

4/4/2026

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Australia to discuss rare-earth supply chains and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The move follows Japan's rare-earths deal with France to reduce reliance on China.
She emphasizes cooperation with France to address the U.S.-Israeli conflict and restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Both nations seek stronger Indo-Pacific security ties and have signed agreements on critical minerals.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Australia to discuss rare-earth supply chains and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The move follows Japan's rare-earths deal with France to reduce reliance on China.
She emphasizes cooperation with France to address the U.S.-Israeli conflict and restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Both nations seek stronger Indo-Pacific security ties and have signed agreements on critical minerals.