President Trump is planning phone calls today with five world leaders as he begins to shape his administration's foreign policy and establish key relationships. At 9 a.m Pacific time, Trump is expected to speak with Russia President Vladimir Putin. Trump said Friday that having Russia as an ally "would be an asset." Earlier Saturday, Trump and Japan's Prime Minister Abe spoke about working together to confront the threat posed by North Korea and deepening bilateral trade ties. The president will end the day with a call to Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 28, 2017 17:04 UTC