President Joe Biden on Wednesday called close US ally Japan “xenophobic” at a Washington, D.C., fundraiser, just weeks after lauding the US-Japan alliance at a state dinner.

When questioned about the UN's interpretation of 'xenophobia', Haq highlighted that it aligns with the standard dictionary definition. "is simply the dictionary definition".

Comments met with surprise since US president has sought to deepen ties with key ally Japan, as well as India.