A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Japan Alliance and welcoming the visit of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae to the United States.

S.Res. 652 is a non-binding resolution that expresses the Senate's recognition of the importance of the United States-Japan Alliance. The resolution welcomes Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae's visit to the United States. As a non-binding resolution, this measure does not have the force of law and does not require presidential signature. It serves as a formal statement of the Senate's position rather than creating any new legal obligations or policy changes. The resolution passed the Senate by unanimous consent on March 19, 2026, shortly after its introduction. For everyday citizens, this means the Senate is formally acknowledging the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Japan and expressing support for diplomatic engagement between the two nations, but the resolution itself does not implement any new programs, funding, or regulatory changes.