Trump administration coordinates defense, trade with UK, Germany, Japan; follow-up talks set

The White House emphasized “burden-sharing” with the United Kingdom and Germany, while praising Japan for its role in Indo-Pacific stability. Officials anticipate separate bilateral sessions with each country before any joint announcement on defense spend

Donald J.Trump posted on Truth Social on June 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM EST, stating his administration is coordinating closely with the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan on defense spending, tariffs, and Indo-Pacific security, with follow-up talks being prepared for separate bilateral sessions.

Donald J.Trump‘s administration is coordinating closely with the United Kingdom, Germany, and Japan on defense spending, tariffs, and Indo-Pacific security. These discussions emphasize burden-sharing with European allies and praise Japan’s role in regional stability. Separate bilateral sessions are expected before any joint announcements, potentially shaping future policy.

Sources: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/multicount… | pbs.org | pbs.org | airandspaceforces.com | executivegov.com | whbl.com

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