Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.
Takaichi met Trump in Tokyo on Tuesday, where the two discussed economic and security issues.
“In such a short period of time the world started to enjoy more peace,” Takaichi told reporters through an interpreter. “I myself was so impressed and inspired by you Mr. President.”
Since his return to power in January, Trump has been increasingly focused on the Nobel Peace Prize. He has claimed to have ended several conflicts around the world.
Experts, however, contest his claims.
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Edited by: John Silk
