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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jul 23, 2023
China draws geopolitical lessons as Ukraine war grinds on
While the conflict in Ukraine has provided China’s military with valuable insights into modern warfare, Beijing is drawing mixed geopolitical lessons about the risks of using force.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 23, 2023
Japan's export curbs on chip-making equipment to China take effect
The move has triggered a backlash from China, though Japan did not specify that the world's second-largest economy is the main target of the export restrictions.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Jul 22, 2023
Inspired by Ukraine war, Taiwan launches drone blitz to counter China
Taipei's aim, according to a government planning document, is to build more than 3,200 military drones by mid-2024.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 22, 2023
Japan fires Type-12 anti-ship missile for first time in Australia
The live-firing was part of joint anti-ship drills presumably held with China in mind, as Japan, the U.S. and Australia look to keep opposing naval forces at bay.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 22, 2023
China’s $100 billion tutoring ban backfires, spawning black market
Interviews with several parents found that spending on after-school tutoring actually rose for many households, especially since the start of summer holidays.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 22, 2023
G7 and others ask China to stop North Korea sanctions evasion in its waters
The countries will provide satellite images that 'clearly indicates these practices continued to occur within China's jurisdiction in 2022 and have continued in 2023.'
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 22, 2023
Biden names CIA Director William Burns to his Cabinet
The move elevates one of the U.S. president's closest advisers on national security and foreign policy.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 21, 2023
China briefs trade partners on new anti-espionage law
The law, which took effect this month, bans the transfer of any information related to national security and interests, without defining those terms.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 21, 2023
China’s blanket testing for Japanese seafood affecting Japanese businesses
Seafood from five Japanese firms remains at Chinese customs, running the risk of a ¥100 million loss if they end up spoiling.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 21, 2023
Most Asians in U.S., even those of Chinese descent, see China negatively
Only about 4 in 10 Chinese Americans see China in a positive light, with 15% holding a very unfavorable view of the country, more than the rates for India (10%), Vietnam (5%) and Japan (4%).
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 21, 2023
White House looks forward to hearing about Kissinger's China trip
Kissinger — an architect of normalizing ties between Washington and Beijing in the 1970s — was welcomed warmly as an 'old friend' by Xi Jinping.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 21, 2023
China's sagging economy looms over quarterly results around the world
Both U.S. and European companies with exposure to China could be hit by that economy's sluggish growth as its post-COVID momentum has faltered rapidly.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 20, 2023
China's blanket seafood testing deals blow to Japanese firms
The newly implemented testing is seen as a move to pressure Tokyo over its plan to begin releasing treated radioactive water from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 20, 2023
Made in Russia? Chinese cars drive a revival of Russia's auto factories
The rebirth of the Moskvich is a sign of China's growing sway over an important sector of Russia's economy.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 20, 2023
U.S. envoy John Kerry says China-U.S. climate relations need 'more work'
The two sides agreed climate change was urgent and that they should stick to the global commitment 'to keep 1.5 alive.”
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 19, 2023
Japan seeks experts' dialogue with China on Fukushima water release
China, which remains opposed to the plan, has yet to respond to the call for a working-level consultation, sources said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 19, 2023
China’s blanket radiation testing could spell trouble for Japanese seafood imports
The news comes ahead of Japan’s plan to begin releasing treated radioactive water from the crippled Fukushima No. 1 plant into the sea.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Jul 19, 2023
Where is China's foreign minister? Beijing's not saying.
Qin Gang, a seasoned and rapidly rising Chinese diplomatic star, has been absent from the public eye for more than three weeks despite a flurry of diplomatic activity in Beijing.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 19, 2023
EU’s Latin America charm offensive hits a roadblock over Putin
Discussions this week highlighted challenges that Europe and the G7 will face, especially as the BRICS alliance grows in size and influence.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 19, 2023
Don’t write off China’s economic recovery
While China's post-pandemic economic recovery has so far lagged well behind expectations, a supportive policy package can go a long way toward changing that.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
Four injured after man sets fire to Japan city hall
Police said four people were injured after a man set fire to a city hall in Aichi Prefecture, with local media reporting he had been arrested.
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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