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CHINA JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / BIG IN JAPAN
May 15, 2021
Can Japan say 'no' to China and 'yes' to political activism?
Japanese media reports a tense situation in the Taiwan Strait, with domestic brands dependent on Chinese money and a local populace that may not take action.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 14, 2021
Japan to mention Taiwan stability in defense report for first time
'The stability of the situation surrounding Taiwan is important for the security of Japan and the stability of the international community,' said the draft of the white paper.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
May 11, 2021
What the evolving international order means for Japan
As tensions in the Asia-Pacific region increase, the ties between Tokyo, Washington and Beijing continue to change.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 11, 2021
Japan backs Taiwan's attendance at WHO annual meeting
Taiwan is excluded from most international organizations such as the WHO due to opposition from China.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 8, 2021
China to support holding Tokyo Olympics, Xi tells IOC chief
Xi may be trying to prevent Sino-Japanese ties from souring further by expressing support for the Tokyo Games amid Beijing's row with Washington over security and right issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 5, 2021
Japan's Motegi voices 'grave concerns' over China at G7 meeting
Motegi said during the meeting that Japan is concerned about Beijing's handling of human rights in connection with the Muslim Uyghur minority in the Xinjiang autonomous region.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 5, 2021
Japan aims to protect agriculture industry with ban on exporting homegrown seeds
The ban comes in response to concerns seeds and saplings of domestic varieties of plants registered in Japan have been grown and sold abroad in recent years.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 5, 2021
U.S. eyes working with Japan to bolster deterrence to ensure Taiwan peace
'I believe that we will take appropriate behind-the-scenes steps with Japan on a host of efforts,' a Biden administration official said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 3, 2021
Japan asked U.S. to change its position on neutrality over Senkakus in 1970s
Declassified documents show that the U.S. government declined to alter its impartiality over the Japanese-controlled, Chinese-claimed islets in the East China Sea.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
May 2, 2021
'We're back': Biden uses first 100 days in office to send message to Asian allies
Officials in Tokyo have breathed a sigh of relief at the White House's renewed attention to the region, with some lauding Washington's renewed Asia focus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 29, 2021
China boosts power of maritime authorities, fanning tensions
The legislation will enable China's maritime safety agency, which belongs to the transportation ministry, to order foreign vessels to leave what the nation claims as its territorial waters.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 27, 2021
Annual Japan diplomacy report targets Chinese military concerns but omits Taiwan
The report explained the outcome of the recent Suga-Biden summit, but made no reference to their joint statement which explicitly mentioned Taiwan.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Apr 26, 2021
China’s maritime policies need a considered response from Japan
Careful countermeasures must be considered as Beijing integrates its ocean organizations and steps up its territorial goals.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 21, 2021
Suga sends offering to war-linked Yasukuni Shrine
The prime minister does not plan to visit the shrine during a two-day spring festival through Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 20, 2021
Chinese military seen behind Japan cyberattacks
A hacker group linked to the PLA conducted attacks on nearly 200 companies and research institutes in Japan, including the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 20, 2021
Taiwan envoy hopes for greater Japanese role in regional stability
The island's deputy representative to Japan hailed a joint statement issued after a U.S.-Japan summit that mentioned Taiwan for the first time in 52 years.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Apr 19, 2021
Beijing huddles with friends as it seeks to fracture U.S.-led 'clique'
China is shoring up ties with autocratic partners like Russia and Iran while using sanctions and threats to try to fracture the alliances the United States is building against it.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Apr 18, 2021
Tough road ahead as Japan-U.S. alliance tackles China challenge
The Biden-Suga summit highlighted the two nations' strong ties, but the actual work to upgrade the alliance may require further coordination in areas ranging from Taiwan and rights to trade.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 16, 2021
It’s all about China as Biden and Suga meet amid Taiwan tension
How to strike a balance between deterring China while keeping Beijing from lashing out will be a crucial issue as the two leaders seek to project a unified voice.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Apr 14, 2021
Deputy PM Aso challenged by China to drink treated Fukushima water
The request came after the Japanese politician claimed the water from the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant would be safe to drink.
South Korea couple beat same-sex barriers to parenthood
South Korean lesbian couple Kim Kyu-jin (left) and her wife, Kim Sae-yeon, pose with a "pregnant woman" badge during an interview in Seoul last month.
Japan unveils new overtourism countermeasures
The majority of tourists in Japan tend to stay in Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto, resulting in overcrowding in popular tourist spots and a strain on transportation systems.
Opportunities await the bold in the Year of the Wood Dragon
2024 marks the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, with the year predicted to be a good time for fresh starts.
Japan pharma startup developing world-first drug to grow new teeth
A new tooth is seen in a ferret's mouth after it was administered a drug to stimulate the growth of tooth buds.
Don’t worry about global population collapse
Most projections show the world will hit peak humanity in the 21st century as people choose to have smaller families and women gain power over their own reproduction.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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