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JAPAN
Jul 7, 2023

Japan delegation wraps up China visit as nations fine-tune ties 

Despite admonishing Tokyo over trade and geopolitical disputes, Beijing welcomed the Japanese delegation amid efforts to encourage economic and cultural cooperation. 
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 6, 2023

China’s economic woes are multiplying — and Xi Jinping has no easy fix

The world's second-largest economy faces sluggish consumer spending, a crisis-ridden property market, flagging exports, record youth unemployment and towering local government debt.
JAPAN
Jul 6, 2023

Port of Nagoya resumes operations later than planned after Russian hack

The port, which handles some of Toyota’s exports and imports, has been at a standstill since Tuesday afternoon, when Nagoya United Terminal System was infected with ransomware.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 4, 2023

Israel tensions escalate amid protests and West Bank assault

Israel’s anti-government protest movement launched a series of major disruptions, including an attempt to sow chaos at the international airport,
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 4, 2023

Germany to lift defense budget to record €51.8 billion, meeting 2% NATO target

The ruling coalition is prioritizing defense spending, while all other ministries have had to tighten their belts after a limit on net new borrowing was restored last year.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 3, 2023

U.S. Treasury chief Yellen to visit China in bid to 'responsibly manage' ties

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will use the four-day visit from Thursday to stress the importance of communicating “directly about areas of concern.”
JAPAN
Jul 3, 2023

Japanese lawmakers' average income falls to ¥21.5 million

In the House of Representatives, the average income stood at ¥22.15 million, while that of the Upper House was ¥20.16 million.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 3, 2023

Xi’s central bank shakeup prioritizes continuity over big change

The Chinese leader's elevation of a long-serving technocrat as the bank’s top Communist Party official signals policymakers will avoid any drastic shifts for now.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 30, 2023

France considers state of emergency over protest violence

A state of emergency would give authorities increased powers to declare localized curfews and ban demonstrations.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 30, 2023

South Korean shoppers buy up salt before Fukushima water dump

The rush contributed to a nearly 27% rise in the price of salt in South Korea in June from two months ago, though officials say the weather and lower production were also to blame.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 29, 2023

Households with babies hit harder by inflation in Japan

According to an analysis by a think tank researcher — who is also a father — prices of baby products have gone up much more than other consumer goods.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 27, 2023

Deep in the countryside, a glimpse of Airbnb's Japan strategy

The short-term lodging service is seeking to build links with communities outside of well-beaten tourist pathways and entice travelers to rural areas.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 25, 2023

Trump hardens position on abortion while railing against indictment

His speech at the Faith and Freedom Coalition follow speculation over a 15-week federal ban wanted by anti-abortion activists.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 24, 2023

Blinken’s visit to China was neither a success nor a failure

The Japanese media are divided in their assessment over the success of the U.S. secretary of state's trip to Beijing for talks to better relations.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 23, 2023

Hong Kong student’s indictment for online posts from Japan shows China's reach

Activists have condemned the extraterritorial application of Hong Kong’s laws and urged Tokyo to speak out. But any actions by Japan may have limited impact.
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2023

Taro Kono expects 'big benefit' from use of AI by central government

The digital minister is eager to promote the active use of generative artificial intelligence by government workers.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 23, 2023

Two Koreas speed up drone race after unprecedented incursions

South Korea’s cabinet this week approved plans for a new drone command to be set up by the military.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 24, 2023

Ukraine pledges sweeping personnel changes as allies jostle over tanks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said personnel changes were being carried out at senior and lower levels, after high-profile graft allegations emerged.
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 23, 2023

In policy speech, Kishida puts focus on child care and defense

Implementing all of the policies mentioned in the speech — from child care and defense spending to wage hikes — will be tough if Kishida lacks a stable political base.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 23, 2023

Biden expected to name COVID czar Jeff Zients as new chief of staff

The White House chief of staff is among the most powerful figures in Washington, and plays a crucial role in shaping the president’s agenda and liaising with Congress.
JAPAN
Jan 22, 2023

Kishida heads into parliamentary session with packed — and divisive — agenda

Contentious debates in the Diet over increased defense spending, policies aimed at children and extending the life of nuclear reactors could ultimately seal the prime minister's fate.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 22, 2023

Canada settles $2 billion suit over ‘cultural genocide’ at residential schools

From the 19th century through the 1990s, thousands of Indigenous students were forbidden from speaking their ancestral languages and practicing their traditions.
JAPAN
Jan 20, 2023

Japan to downgrade COVID classification as it seeks to 'live with the virus'

The downgrade is likely to happen in the spring and will mean an end to quarantine guidelines for COVID-19 patients. The government will also review border rules and mask recommendations.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 20, 2023

Over 70% of Tokyo's small and midsize firms have no plans to raise wages this year

While top firms have already announced wage increases following Kishida’s call for a hike that exceeds inflation, the survey shows that this may prove to be difficult for smaller companies.

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