According to Bloomberg, Takaichi did not respond with laughter; instead, she pursed her lips and looked at her advisers. The Telegraph also reports that after a "awkward pause," Trump added, "He asks me about the surprise, and we had one."
According to The New York Times, the Japanese Prime Minister "bet on charm" and tried to sidestep the question about Japan's involvement in American operations in the Middle East.
The newspaper quotes her saying: "I am sure that only you, Donald, can ensure peace around the world."
Furthermore, Takaichi emphasized: "A strong Japan and a strong America, a prosperous Japan and a prosperous America. I am sure that Donald and I are the best of friends capable of achieving this common goal," reports The Independent.
Although the discussion was delicate, the overall position was that the security of the Strait of Hormuz is very important. However, there are limitations on the actions Japan can take under Japanese law, so I provided a detailed explanation of this issue," The Guardian quotes her as saying.
The publication emphasizes that the Japanese Prime Minister refrained from commenting on the legality of the U.S. attack on Iran in the context of international law.
