First Abe treated his friend to a round of golf (with tweeted selfie). The golf, sumo, dinner — with a cheeseburger lunch wedged in — were part of a diplomatic package designed by Abe to stay on Trump’s good side amid tensions between their governments over trade and other issues. Abe next introduced Trump to Japan’s ancient sport of sumo wrestling, which Trump had previously said he finds “fascinating.” Even so, at times he appeared somewhat bored at Ryogoku Kokugikan Stadium. Trump, Abe and their wives were among an estimated 11,500 fans there to see who would claim the title. Beyond all the pageantry, Trump and Abe scheduled talks Monday and planned to hold a joint news conference.

Source: National Post May 26, 2019 19:07 UTC