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DEFENSE

Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 26, 2021
Japan and Australia air forces agree to mutually refuel aircraft
The accord came after security talks in June to deepen defense cooperation in a veiled counter to China's growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 25, 2021
Japan sees China-Taiwan friction as threat to its security
Remarks from Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi came a week after China sent 28 warplanes near Taiwan, in the latest ratcheting up of military pressure around the democratically ruled island.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 23, 2021
China condemns latest U.S. warship transit of Taiwan Strait
The latest mission comes around a week after Taiwan said 28 Chinese air force aircraft entered Taiwan's air defense identification zone in the largest reported incursion to date.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 22, 2021
Lessons from a half century ago can shape thinking about alliances today
Closing this gap is natural and proper. It would be unnatural and dangerous for the U.S. to continue to monopolize wealth and power more than a half century after the end of World War II.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 20, 2021
Japan considers dropping plan to procure U.S.-made anti-ship missiles
Officials said scrapping the plan to procure the long-range anti-ship missiles (LRASM) for the ASDF's F-15 fighter jets would save billions of yen amid ballooning costs.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 18, 2021
Okinawa reversion agreement stands the test of time
Greater foresight by the two governments was thus necessary then, as is a more proactive approach by them today regarding the bases.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2021
Japan defense chief urges stronger EU military presence in Asia
As China increases its military pressure on Taiwan, Nobuo Kishi said Japan expects a 'peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues' through dialogue.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jun 16, 2021
With record warplane incursion near Taiwan, China has a message: We won't be cowed
The mission comes as Beijing faces international calls to maintain peace in the Taiwan Strait and as the Chinese Communist Party's 100th anniversary fast approaches.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 16, 2021
China sends largest-ever number of warplanes near Taiwan
A record 28 warplanes have ventured into Taiwan's air defense identification zone just days after a G7 statement urged the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 15, 2021
U.S. Navy says Japan-based carrier group operating in South China Sea
The USS Ronald Reagan was conducting a 'routine mission,' the U.S. Navy said, amid rising tensions between Washington and Beijing, which claims most of the disputed waterway.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 15, 2021
NATO to enhance Japan ties, warning that China poses 'systemic challenges'
A communique issued by the 30-member organization cited 'assertive behavior' by Beijing along with its influence 'on the rules-based international order.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal / Regional Voices: Okinawa
Jun 14, 2021
Okinawa activists fear land-purchase bill will hit anti-base movement
Residents are asking the government to provide an explanation as to why the legislation is necessary.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health / ANALYSIS
Jun 13, 2021
With Trump gone, NATO wages war on climate threat
Facing a battle against global warming, NATO has for the first time made it a central focus of planning and strategy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 13, 2021
Japan welcomes German and French commitment to Indo-Pacific
The leaders of the two countries also affirmed cooperation in tackling the coronavirus pandemic, climate change and other issues.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / Geoeconomic Briefing
Jun 10, 2021
A Chinese invasion of Taiwan: Why Japan should prepare for the worst
As tensions rise in the region, Tokyo needs to coordinate with Washington and Taipei to counter the threat of war from Beijing.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 8, 2021
Legacy weapons are eroding the military’s edge
Though the U.S. spends three times more on defense than any other country, its technological edge is eroding — due in part to the cost of maintaining aging weapons programs.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 8, 2021
Boeing charged Japan 1,500% markup on plane part, U.S. Air Force says
The Boeing-Japan case is the latest example of military contracting officials having difficulty compelling contractors to provide backup data for parts classified as 'commercial items.”
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 7, 2021
China faces nationalist anger over U.S. military plane in Taiwan
China’s muted reaction over a U.S. military flight to Taiwan prompted criticism from nationalists online, underscoring the pressures on President Xi Jinping to follow through on heated "red line” rhetoric.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / EXPLAINER
Jun 6, 2021
What's behind surging tensions in the Taiwan Strait?
In recent months, China has ramped up its military activities near the island as the threat of conflict in a dispute with a long and complicated history grows.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jun 4, 2021
Biden order bans investment in dozens of Chinese defense and tech firms
The order prevents U.S. investment from supporting the Chinese military-industrial complex, as well as military, intelligence, and security research and development programs.
'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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