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Gabriel Dominguez
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 9, 2022
U.S. launches formal talks with Indo-Pacific countries on new economic framework
The meeting in Los Angeles is expected to lay out the scope of ensuing negotiations and help clarify which countries will join negotiations for each of four pillars.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 9, 2022
India and Japan to deepen ties amid growing Indo-Pacific tensions
Thursday's 'two-plus-two' meeting, only the second to be held since 2019, came as the two countries mark 70 years of diplomatic ties this year.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 8, 2022
As Japan's neighbors ramp up offensive capabilities in cyberspace, SDF aims to bolster defense
In its budget proposal for the coming fiscal year, the Defense Ministry is requesting more than u00a575 billion — a twofold rise — to bolster the SDF's cyberdefense.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Sep 7, 2022
Britain’s new PM Liz Truss to get closer to Japan and tougher on China
Truss is reportedly set to label China a 'threat' to U.K. interests and seek closer ties to other Indo-Pacific countries such as Japan, India, Australia and South Korea.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 2, 2022
U.N. plans permanent presence at Ukraine nuclear plant amid concerns over shelling
'We are not going anywhere. The IAEA is now there, it is at the plant and it is not moving,' the U.N. watchdog's chief said after leading a team to the Russian-held facility.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 1, 2022
U.N. says China may have committed crimes against humanity in Xinjiang
The report was hailed by human rights groups for adding credibility to long-running concerns over violations that some Western nations have labeled genocide.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 31, 2022
Seoul proposes 4.6% hike in defense spending for 2023
Proposal includes funding to bolster deterrence, strengthen South Korea's defense industry, increase soldier pay and improve counterattack capability.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 29, 2022
No longer the exception, extreme weather events becoming the norm
The impact of human-induced climate change — from deadly floods in Pakistan and record heat waves in China to famine-causing droughts in Africa — is being felt across the world.
Japan Times
Special Supplements / TICAD 8 Special
Aug 26, 2022
Japan-led conference aims to reignite Africa’s recovery
The worsening effects of climate change, the socioeconomic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and the food security crises exacerbated by the Ukraine war are just some of the challenges facing African countries. To discuss solutions to these and other pressing issues, dozens of African leaders — as...
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Aug 25, 2022
As China's navy grows ever larger, so does the threat to Taiwan
The increasing capabilities of Chinese warships, along with the impressive rate at which they are being constructed, are adding to Taipei's defense challenges.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 24, 2022
Japan eyes increased support and investment in Africa amid food crisis
High-ranking officials from more than a dozen African states are set to attend the summit, which will focus on sustainability, both in terms of economic development and human resilience.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Aug 23, 2022
South Korea developing new stealthy drones to support combat aircraft
The program involving flag carrier Korean Air is part of Seoul's efforts to expand its military technological advantage over North Korea.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 19, 2022
In the West, China is a rival. But for others, a new study says, Beijing is a partner.
Attitudes toward China and Sino-U.S. tensions in eight countries included in the report diverged widely from the mainstream narratives in developed liberal democracies.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 18, 2022
U.S. warns it will deploy ‘strategic assets’ to South Korea if Pyongyang conducts nuke test
It's unclear which strategic assets Washington might deploy, but the term could cover anything from nuclear-powered submarines, strategic bombers or even tactical nuclear weapons.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 18, 2022
U.S.-India drills near Chinese border highlight potential for two-front conflict
The timing and location of the joint drills, analysts say, are intended to send a strong message to the Chinese Communist Party.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Aug 16, 2022
What would be the economic cost of a full-blown Taiwan crisis?
The impact of Taiwan's exports being cut off from the rest of the world would be felt far beyond the immediate neighborhood.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Aug 16, 2022
Renewed Ukraine grain exports helping lower food prices, World Bank economist says
The World Bank does not expect food prices to increase for the rest of the year, the organization's senior agriculture economist said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Aug 9, 2022
Upping the ante: Key takeaways from China’s major drills around Taiwan
China's largest-ever military exercises around Taiwan have provided analysts with potential insight into how Chinese forces might operate around the self-ruled island in case of a conflict.
Japan Times
WORLD
Aug 9, 2022
U.S. revamps sub-Saharan Africa strategy amid growing Chinese and Russian influence
It is “impossible to meet today's defining challenges without African contributions and leadership,” the White House said in a policy paper.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 5, 2022
Tokyo and Washington slam Beijing's large-scale military drills
Japan said that launches into its EEZ were likely done “intentionally,” a move that could further upend ties with its neighbor.

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