Takaichi’s Big Ask

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi just got reelected and she’s already making moves. She wants to team up with the US to develop rare earths, and it’s not hard to see why – it’s a big deal for her country’s tech industry.

A Familiar Face

Takaichi says she hopes to work closely with US President Donald Trump, which is interesting given their past interactions. It’s not clear what Trump will say, but it’s likely he’ll want something in return.

Let’s be real, Japan needs this partnership. The country’s economy is heavily reliant on tech, and rare earths are a crucial component. If Takaichi can’t make it happen, it won’t be pretty.