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Japan PM Takaichi to visit UK and Italy in June, NTV reports

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Posted on May 13, 2026

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· Last updated: May 13, 2026

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi to Visit UK and Italy Ahead of G7 Summit in June

Prime Minister Takaichi's Diplomatic Plans and Strategic Partnerships

Planned Visits to Britain and Italy

TOKYO, May 13 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to visit Britain and Italy before attending a Group of Seven leaders' summit in France in mid-June, broadcaster NTV reported on Wednesday, citing multiple unnamed government officials.

Summit Meetings and Political Considerations

Takaichi is arranging trips to London and Rome for summit meetings, but one of the officials said her visit to the United Kingdom remains fluid depending on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's political future, NTV said.

Japan's Next-Generation Fighter Jet Collaboration

Japan is developing a next-generation fighter jet with Britain and Italy for deployment in the mid-2030s as part of its biggest post-World War Two defence buildup.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Kantaro Komiya; Editing by Andrew Heavens)

Key Takeaways

  • Takaichi aims to visit London and Rome in June before attending the June G7 summit in France, per NTV via Reuters.
  • The UK leg of the trip remains flexible, depending on British PM Keir Starmer’s political outlook.
  • Her visits highlight the Global Combat Air Programme—Japan’s landmark trilateral effort with the UK and Italy to co-develop a sixth‑generation fighter jet by mid‑2030s, backed by a joint venture and international organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Japan's Prime Minister visiting the UK and Italy?
Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi is planning visits to the UK and Italy for summit meetings ahead of the G7 summit in France.
What are Japan, Britain, and Italy collaborating on?
Japan, Britain, and Italy are jointly developing a next-generation fighter jet for deployment in the mid-2030s.
When will the Japanese Prime Minister visit the UK and Italy?
The visits are planned for June, prior to the Group of Seven leaders' summit in France.
What could affect the Japan PM's visit to the United Kingdom?
The visit to the UK remains uncertain and depends on Prime Minister Keir Starmer's political future.

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