November 7, Thursday, 2024

1. Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru is looking to strengthen ties with the US after Donald Trump’s victory. But others in the country are concerned over the effects of the new president will have on business. Ishiba congratulated Donald Trump over the phone on Thursday. Ishiba told Trump he respects the fact that his campaign to “make America great again” gained support from many Americans. Trump responded that he looks forward to talking with Ishiba in person, and the two confirmed they will try to schedule a meeting as soon as possible. 2. US Vice President Kamala Harris, who was defeated by Donald Trump in Tuesday’s presidential election, has delivered her concession speech. She promised that the administration of President Joe Biden engage in a peaceful transfer of power. Harris said, “The outcome of this election is not what we wanted, not what we fought for, not what we voted for, but hear me when I say, the light of America’s promise will always burn bright.” 3. An executive with Nippon Steel says the conclusion of the United States presidential election has cleared the way for the Japanese firm to complete its purpose of US steel. Vice Chairman Mori Takahiro says he expects the deal to be done under the current administration before the end of the year.