US President Donald Trump held phone talks with Shinzo Abe and called him the greatest prime minister in Japanese history, White House deputy press secretary Judd Deere tweeted.

"President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo spoke at length tonight and reflected on the last four years. The two leaders remarked that their relationship is extraordinary; the President called Prime Minister Abe the greatest prime minister in Japan’s history.

The President said that Prime Minister Abe has done a fantastic job and that the relationship between the United States and Japan is better today than it has ever been.

Although Prime Minister Abe will be leaving his position soon, the President noted that he will undoubtedly keep playing a big role in the future of Japan. The two leaders said they look forward to continuing their wonderful friendship for years to come!" Deere wrote.