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During a recent campaign fundraising event in Washington, U.S. President Biden referred to Japan, along with China and Russia, as "xenophobic." This statement was a surprise, considering Japan's status as a longstanding ally of the United States. Biden had previously linked China's economic challenges to its reluctance to accept immigrants, and this time, he extended the characterization to include Russia and Japan.
Notably, just three weeks before this speech, PM Kishida visited Washington for a summit and state dinner, during which Biden reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance. The inclusion of Japan in this context has raised questions about the delicate balance between candid assessments and diplomatic relations among allies.
I would say it raises questions about someone's mental capacities.
Notably, just three weeks before this speech, PM Kishida visited Washington for a summit and state dinner, during which Biden reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance. The inclusion of Japan in this context has raised questions about the delicate balance between candid assessments and diplomatic relations among allies.
I would say it raises questions about someone's mental capacities.
Biden calls ally Japan ‘xenophobic’ along with rivals China and Russia
One of the reasons the U.S. economy is growing is because of immigrants, which countries like Japan shun, President Joe Biden said at a fundraising event.