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President Donald Trump offered complimentary words about Sanae Takaichi — Japan’s first female prime minister — upon arriving in Japan on Monday. Takaichi’s resume blends her strong brand of conservatism with a rock-and-roll streak while drawing inspiration from former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

Takaichi, 64, came to power earlier this month after the resignation of former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, following the Liberal Democratic Party’s loss of its upper-house majority in July.

Known for her uncompromising views on defense and social issues, Trump’s visit will be her first major diplomatic test. The two leaders will discuss regional security, trade and Japan’s defense spending — areas where their views largely align.

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