Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Address to Congress

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to address a joint meeting of Congress, following an upgrade in Japan's security alliance with the U.S. and ahead of a trilateral summit with the U.S. and Philippines. The visit aims to deepen diplomatic and security relationships between the countries.

Key Points

  • Kishida to address joint meeting of Congress, marking only the second time a Japanese prime minister will do so
  • Upgrade in Japan's security alliance with the U.S. and trilateral summit with the U.S. and Philippines
  • Plans to improve U.S. military command structure in Japan and form a military-industrial council

Pros

  • Deepening diplomatic and security relationships between Japan and the U.S.
  • Building on decades of cooperation between the two countries

Cons

  • Resistance from some Republicans in the House towards providing foreign aid to certain countries