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Biden to hold summit with Japan, Philippines; FAFSA delays threaten college enrollment

President Biden hosts the leaders of Japan and the Philippines. Fewer high school seniors are completing their FAFSA form.
President Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stand together during a state visit ceremony at the White House.

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two key U.S. allies in Asia. Both countries currently have territorial disputes with China — Japan in the East China Sea and the Philippines in the South China Sea. The leaders will discuss shared values and alliance strengthening. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Biden

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