"Biden's Opposition to Nippon Steel's US Steel Purchase Sparks Debate"

Japan's Nippon Steel defended its $14 billion takeover of U.S. Steel as a move to strengthen American supply chains and economic defenses against China, despite President Biden opposing the deal, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong American steel companies. The United Steelworkers union welcomed Biden's stance, expressing concerns about national security and critical infrastructure. Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary declined to comment on individual company management, highlighting the strong U.S.-Japan alliance and commitment to sustainable economic growth in the Indo-Pacific region.