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Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 8, 2022

Cabinet gives OK to allowing SDF to evacuate foreign nationals abroad

The revised bill, which is expected to pass during the current parliamentary session, comes six months after the SDF was involved in evacuations from Afghanistan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Nov 26, 2021

Cabinet approves draft extra budget to sponsor record spending stimulus

Now approved, a wide array of policies will begin, including wage hikes, family support, decarbonization efforts and preparation for future waves of COVID-19.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 26, 2021

Freedom needed for commerce to flourish, says Japan's new economic security minister

To succeed, Takayuki Kobayashi says, Japan must seek a balance between allowing companies and research institutions to work together across borders while mitigating any potential risk to national security.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 5, 2020

Threatening letter with razor blade sent to Japanese Cabinet minister

An envelope containing a threatening letter stating "die" and what is believed to be a razor blade was sent last week to economic revitalization minister Yasutoshi Nishimura, police said Monday.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Mar 6, 2020

Japan government adopts bill to toughen crackdown on road rage

The government Friday adopted a bill to crack down on forms of road rage currently not covered by a law that punishes dangerous driving.

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