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Posted about 6 hours ago
US President Donald Trump opened a state visit to Japan by needling the country over its trade imbalance with the United States ...
Mr Abe has planned a largely ceremonial, four-day visit to suit Mr Trump's whims and ego. It is part of Mr Abe's charm strategy that some analysts say has spared Japan from the full weight of Mr Trump's trade wrath.
Mr Abe and Mr Trump plan to play golf on Sunday, before Mr Abe gives Mr Trump the chance to present his President's Cup trophy to the winner of a sumo wrestling championship match. The White House said the trophy is nearly 1.5 metres tall and weighs between 27 kilograms and 32kg.
On Monday, Mr Trump will become the first head of state to meet Emperor Naruhito since he ascended to the throne this month ...
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-05-26/donald-trump-opens-state-visit-needles-japan-over-trade-issues/11150082
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Opens state visit by needling Japan over trade issues (Original Post)
struggle4progress
May 2019
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Buns_of_Fire
(17,195 posts)1. Wake me when Comrade Fatass gives his seppuku demonstration. nt
dixiegrrrrl
(60,010 posts)2. something to look forward to, indeed.
ProudLib72
(17,984 posts)3. Hands too small, bone spurs and all
There's bound to be an excuse. He loves himself too damned much.
PoindexterOglethorpe
(25,895 posts)4. Why the fuck would Abe invite Trump in the first place?
Clearly a lot of politicians are, I dunno, stupid, venal, pandering, not even sure what words to use.
The fact that Great Britain is allowing him to visit makes me have second thoughts about that country.
maxrandb
(15,353 posts)6. I hope these countries know that kissing Donnie Short Fingers ass
Will have consequences in the future.
Wellstone ruled
(34,661 posts)5. Way to go Boobie!
Wonder if he got his Casino License yet.
MyOwnPeace
(16,937 posts)7. There 'ya go.............
The "Art of the Deal" master working his magic again. You just KNOW this isn't gonna' be good..............