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Trevor Hunnicutt
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Jun 6, 2023
Can Biden's compromise strategy fix a divided U.S.?
It remains to be seen whether this deal can help the longer-term effort of healing what Biden refers to as the 'soul of the nation.”
Japan Times
WORLD
May 15, 2023
G7 leaders to target Russian energy and trade in new sanctions steps
Separately, U.S. officials expect G7 members will agree to adjust their approach to sanctions so that, at least for certain categories of goods, all exports are automatically banned.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Apr 2, 2023
Biden's strategic silence on Trump may be tested in days ahead
Joe Biden's strategy on Trump has been simple: silence is golden. The White House plans to continue that approach even though Trump has been indicted.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 10, 2023
Biden's $6.8 trillion budget challenges Republicans and raises taxes on rich
The president challenged Republican opponents on fiscal responsibility, highlighting plans to cut U.S. deficits nearly $3 trillion over 10 years by raising taxes on high earners.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 2, 2023
U.S. seeks allies' backing for possible China sanctions over Ukraine war
The consultations are intended to drum up support from a range of countries, especially those in the wealthy Group of Seven, to coordinate support for any possible restrictions.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 4, 2023
Kishida and Biden to meet at White House on Jan. 13
The meeting comes as North Korea's missile tests and calls for a larger nuclear arsenal worry U.S. allies in the region.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Dec 1, 2022
U.S. Republicans slam Biden's cautious response to China COVID protests
The White House has said it backs the right of people to peacefully protest in China but has stopped short of criticizing Beijing.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 16, 2022
Kamala Harris to visit Philippine islands at edge of South China Sea dispute
The visit to Palawan, scheduled for next Tuesday, will make Harris the highest-ranking American official to visit the island chain adjacent to the Spratly Islands.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 26, 2022
Outlook darkens for Biden's White House ahead of U.S. midterms
Recent polls have shown Democrats who once had comfortable leads are now in tight races and Senate elections that were considered toss-ups between the two parties are now leaning Republican.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Sep 28, 2022
Gaffe or insight? Deciphering Biden's unguarded answers
The U.S. president's remarks often aren't quite blunders — they betray deeper truths about his thinking and occasionally offer the public a better window into his administration's approach.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Aug 22, 2022
As Biden kicks off tour, some Democratic candidates want to keep a distance
Democrats hope the trip will boost the president's poor poll numbers and draw attention to his achievements.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 22, 2022
Biden says he is 'doing well' after testing positive for COVID-19
The 79-year-old has a runny nose, fatigue and an occasional dry cough, symptoms which he began to experience late Wednesday.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 10, 2022
Biden rebuked over guest list at Americas summit he is hosting
The exclusion of Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua from the event prompted criticism from the leaders of Argentina and Belize.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Mar 29, 2022
Biden's Putin power remark raises questions about long-term Russia strategy
Biden's emotional declaration gave voice to the frustration that many Western countries — and many U.S. voters — feel about the invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 4, 2022
Inside the U.S. raid on Islamic State's leader: Months of preparation, then a deadly blast
Islamic State leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi is said to have detonated a bomb as U.S. forces closed in, killing himself and several others.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 23, 2022
U.S. opposes plans to make WHO more independent
The U.S. government is opposing the reform because it has concerns about the WHO's ability to confront future threats, including from China.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Dec 2, 2021
First known U.S. omicron case found in fully vaccinated overseas traveler
The infected person, who had mild and improving symptoms, returned to the United States from South Africa on Nov. 22 and tested positive seven days later.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 18, 2021
U.S. asks Japan, China and others to consider tapping oil reserves, sources say
The unusual request comes as Biden fends off political pressure over rising pump prices and other consumer costs driven by a rebound in economic activity.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 22, 2021
Taiwan policy unchanged, says U.S., after Biden speaks of defense 'commitment'
Washington is required by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself but has long followed a policy of 'strategic ambiguity' on military intervention in the case of an attack.
Japan Times
WORLD / ANALYSIS
Oct 22, 2021
With Biden and Xi meeting, U.S. aims to show responsible handling of China ties
Departing from Trump's go-it-alone approach to China policy, Biden has staked his strategy on mobilizing allies and partners in Europe and Asia.

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