In a significant move to bolster economic ties, Japan has pledged to invest $36 billion in various oil, gas, and critical minerals projects in the United States. This initiative, highlighted by Trump, marks the beginning of a larger $550 billion trade agreement between the two nations. Notable investments include a massive gas plant in Ohio and projects in Texas and Georgia, aimed at reducing dependency on China and enhancing energy infrastructure. Major Japanese companies, including SoftBank and Toshiba, are set to play key roles in these developments, which are expected to stimulate the US economy and foster strong bilateral relations.