Global Update Preview: Japanese Executives Called On by Trump Pledge U.S. Investment
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October 28, 2025, 2:12 p.m. Eastern time

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President Trump, wearing a blue suit, white shirt and red tie and standing behind a lectern, addressing a room of people sitting at dinner tables.

Japanese Executives Called On by Trump Pledge U.S. Investment

Toyota said it would sell some of its U.S.-made cars in Japan, one of a number of announcements by companies responding to U.S. pressure over trade imbalances.

Places mentioned: Japan

Trump, wearing a dark suit, red tie and white ball cap that says “USA” stands at a dais. On two sides, crowds of people in camouflage military clothing are seen.

Trump Says He Is Prepared to Send ‘More Than the National Guard’ Into U.S. Cities

In a speech to American troops assembled in Japan on Tuesday, President Trump said he would escalate his orders to active duty branches of the military if he decides it is appropriate.

Places mentioned: Japan

Trump stands at the front of a line of people behind a long table. Takaichi, also at the front of a line of people appears to gesture to him to sit.

On the Menu for Trump in Tokyo: American Rice

Rice is a point of pride in Japan, and the choice was a break from the typical diplomatic practice of showcasing local ingredients.

Places mentioned: Japan

The image shows a watercolor illustration of a man galloping on a black horse, hair blowing in the wind, fist raised to the sky.

Is This Bandit’s Legend an Old West Tall Tale?

In “Bring Me the Head of Joaquin Murrieta,” John Boessenecker probes the life of a dashing (but human) Wild West legend.

Places mentioned: Mexico

A black-and-white image of about a dozen turbaned and suited men posing for a photograph.

First They Got Into Berkeley. Then They Took On the Raj.

In “Let My Country Awake,” Scott Miller tells the story of revolutionaries in America who fought the British Empire at the beginning of the 20th century.

Places mentioned: India

President Trump’s Trip to Asia

He has played the roles of dealmaker, peacemaker and showman, on a tour filled with pomp and circumstance.

Places mentioned: Japan

Journalists wait outside a court.

Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Shinzo Abe, Former Prime Minister of Japan

Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, is accused of assassinating Mr. Abe with a homemade gun during an election rally in 2022.

Places mentioned: Japan

Mr. Trump stands at a podium with his right arm around Ms. Takaichi’s shoulder.

Trump Bonds With Japan’s Leader Over Baseball and U.S. Beef

The president and Sanae Takaichi, the Japanese prime minister, traded compliments in Tokyo, but signaled no major breakthrough in resolving ongoing trade issues.

Places mentioned: Japan

A man wearing a baseball cap and a white shirt stands before a microphone at a lectern.

Ivory Coast President Secures 4th Term in Election Without Top Opponents

President Alassane Ouattara won 89.77 percent of the vote, but critics called the elections flawed after two main challengers were barred from running.

Places mentioned: West Africa

A group of students, most wearing white shirts and dark pants, standing at the entrance of a building under a sign that says “Learnet Institute of Skills.”

Rebranding Immigration

India wants to send its vast work force abroad. It may have found a way around a word that stokes opposition in many countries.

Places mentioned: India, Japan

A line of trucks.

U.S. Gives Mexico More Time to Meet Demands to Avoid Tariffs

Taxes on goods from Mexico had been set to go into effect at the end of the week.

Places mentioned: Mexico

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