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CHINA

Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 6, 2022
Japanese factories in Shanghai still shut despite city’s assurances
Almost two-thirds of factories haven't resumed any production yet, while another 28% are running at less than 30% capacity.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 6, 2022
Kishida to welcome EU chiefs for summit in Tokyo amid Ukraine war
The two EU leaders and Kishida will discuss further cooperation and alignment on sanctions against Russia and tangible ways of providing humanitarian and material support to Ukraine.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 6, 2022
Japanese lawmakers reaffirm importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait
A delegation led by Masanobu Ogura, head of the LDP's youth division, arrived in Taiwan on Wednesday for a five-day visit.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 6, 2022
Japan and U.K. agree on defense pact amid China's rise in Indo-Pacific
A reciprocal access agreement, when signed, will enable faster deployment of troops and allow them to engage in joint training and disaster relief efforts.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 5, 2022
Japan and U.S. to deepen ties to deter use of force in Indo-Pacific
At the outset of talks in the U.S., Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said Russia's war is 'a serious challenge' and raised concern over any use of force in the Indo-Pacific.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 5, 2022
How we'll know when secretive China is abandoning 'COVID zero'
The rigid strategy, which has pummeled the world's second-biggest economy, has been undergoing minor adjustments as the virus mutates.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 5, 2022
Chinese aircraft carrier conducts training with fighters and helicopters in Western Pacific
The drills in waters that are closely monitored by Japan were likely intended to check military activities in the same area by the U.S., Japan and others.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 4, 2022
Hong Kong plots different COVID-19 path to China's zero tolerance
As Shanghai and Beijing stick ever more closely to 'COVID-zero' principles, Hong Kong is methodically moving toward opening up to the rest of the world.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 4, 2022
Beijing curbs public transport as COVID-19 spreads in China
The capital shut more than 40 subway stations, about a tenth of the network, and 158 bus routes.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 4, 2022
Top U.S. diplomat to outline China policy in speech on Thursday
After more than a year in office, the administration of President Joe Biden has faced criticism from Republicans and others for lacking a formal strategy for dealing with China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 4, 2022
Some in Shanghai get out for a rare stroll amid COVID curbs in Beijing
The fast-spreading omicron variant has tested China's 'COVID zero' policy, inflicted a significant human and economic cost and stirred rare public anger in a sensitive year for President Xi.
Japan Times
WORLD
May 4, 2022
U.S. relieved as China appears to heed warnings on Russia
U.S. officials have said they remain wary about China's long-standing support for Russia, but the military and economic support that they worried about has not come to pass, for now.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 4, 2022
Russia could sell more energy to Asia, but has to slash prices
Despite the obstacles, global energy leaders are betting that Russia can find a way to export its oil and the coal, in large part because global demand remains high.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 3, 2022
Beijing goes to extreme lengths to avoid Shanghai COVID-19 woes
China's capital has never been locked down at any time in the pandemic, and authorities are aware of the message it would send if the city was forced to curtail peoples' movements.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 3, 2022
China sends flotilla led by aircraft carrier near Okinawa
The Chinese ships' passage near Okinawa Prefecture and military exercises in the Pacific are likely intended to check activities in the area by the U.S., Japan and others.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
May 3, 2022
Musk’s grand vision for 'free speech' on Twitter faces reality check in Asia
Asia is home to more than half the world's population and is the platform's biggest growth opportunity.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 2, 2022
Chinese police in Solomon Islands under local command, top official says
Western allies worry that Beijing forces could try the same techniques previously used to quell anti-government protests in Hong Kong.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
May 2, 2022
Inside China’s 'zero-COVID' fortress, Xi admits no doubts
As the lockdown of Shanghai and outbreaks in Beijing and elsewhere batter the economy, China's leader keeps a distance from the politically charged issue.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 2, 2022
With Yoon Suk-yeol at helm, South Korea is set for a foreign policy reset
The incoming leader is expected to take a more confrontational approach toward North Korea and shift to a tougher line with China.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 2, 2022
China's hard line on COVID eats into everything from Teslas to tacos
In China's once-hot EV market, the recent turmoil is a stark example of a one-two economic punch, first to supply and then to demand.
Triple whammy takes Japan bankruptcies to decade high
More Japanese firms have gone bankrupt in the first half of this year due to soaring costs, labor shortages and the end of pandemic-related support.
Yen rally shakes markets, sending dollar to weakest level since May
The yen rose to the ¥155 range against the dollar, the highest in almost two months, in Tokyo on Thursday.
With eye on China, Japan deepens ties with Pacific islands at Tokyo summit
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the Cook Islands' Prime Minister Mark Brown shake hands during 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting on Thursday in Tokyo.
U.S. forces-linked sex crimes in Kanagawa went unreported to prefectural government
The police reported two sexual crime cases to the U.S. military, but the prefectural government was not aware of the incidents.
Say cheese: Japanese scientists make robot face 'smile' with living skin
A researcher at the University of Tokyo shows a face mold covered in human skin tissue at its lab.
After Tokyo Olympic disappointment, Nadeshiko Japan look for redemption
Japan's Hikaru Kitagawa dribbles past a defender during an Olympic qualifying match against North Korea at National Stadium in Tokyo in February.
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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