Donald Trump was pictured appearing lost during a welcome event at Akasaka Palace in Tokyo on Monday as he was led in circles by Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi View 3 Images Trump appeared to have his eyes closed as the two stood together on a podium (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

President Donald Trump endured an uncomfortable and disorganised welcome ceremony at Akasaka Palace with Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday, during which he required careful guidance as he was led in circles around the room as part of the formal proceedings. ‌

The encounter represented the first chance for Takaichi, a conservative politician and Japan's first female leader, to establish a relationship with Trump, akin to the bond the president shared

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