US and Japan strengthen economic ties with critical mineral deal as Japanese fintech PayPay debuts on Nasdaq

The United States and Japan have agreed to cooperate on securing supplies of critical minerals, strengthening their economic partnership in strategic sectors. This collaboration occurs alongside significant Japanese corporate activity in US markets, including the Nasdaq debut of Japanese fintech PayPay, which was valued at $12.7 billion. The developments highlight deepening economic integration between the two allies across both traditional and technology sectors.