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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s recent visit to meet with top Japanese officials, including Takaichi, highlights the opportunity ahead, especially for Japanese industrial companies that help the U.S. and other countries shore up critical supply chains.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

It also puts relations with Europe at risk at a time when Beijing is seeking to strengthen those ties to shore up its export-reliant economy.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Lu said the deal could help Shein shore up revenue, as it deals with tougher regulatory scrutiny and the U.S.-led trade war.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

County voters will be asked this June if they want to pay a little more at the register to shore up the region’s public health system.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

I needed to buy you good food, medicine for your fever, and things to shore up our shelter and make it comfortable.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman




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