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EU JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 26, 2022
With drills and fighter jets, German defense minister seeks stronger Indo-Pacific ties
Building on the monthslong dispatch of a frigate to the Indo-Pacific last year, Germany is set to deploy three fighter jets to Japan for joint training with the ASDF.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 26, 2022
South Korea's Yoon vows to rebuild Japan ties — whatever challenges lie ahead
President Yoon Suk-yeol stressed that a single round of bilateral talks alone will not bring about satisfactory results, after his meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida last week.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 26, 2022
MSDF proposed admiral-level conference to China in 2002
The MSDF hoped to set up such a channel as China was expected to expand its navy significantly, but the proposal was reportedly rejected by China's top leadership.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Longform
Sep 26, 2022
Big in China, but can the party last for Japan’s artists?
Overseas artists can make a splash in China — provided they abide by the rules.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 25, 2022
Ex-Myanmar diplomat urges barring junta envoy from Abe funeral
A former diplomat dismissed by Myanmar's military junta for his opposition to last year's coup has criticized Japan for inviting the head of the Myanmar Embassy in Tokyo to former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's state funeral.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 24, 2022
Event marking 50th anniversary of Japan-China ties opens in Beijing
At the opening ceremony, Japanese envoy Hideo Tarumi stressed the significance of holding such an event, saying it will help deepen mutual understanding and trust between the two countries.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 24, 2022
Japan's top envoy unable to meet Chinese counterpart on fringes of U.N. gathering
Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters before wrapping up his five-day trip in New York that talks did not materialize due to scheduling conflicts.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2022
Japan to stop Myanmar military training over executions
The decision to continue training military personnel after Myanmar's 2021 coup was heavily criticized by rights groups.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 23, 2022
Kishida pitches permanent tax-free savings program at New York Stock Exchange
Kishida also said his new capitalism policies should be as powerful as Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani, as it could help the Japanese economy achieve 'growth and sustainability.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2022
Taiwan clouds mood ahead of China-Japan anniversary
Although various events have been held so far this year, a senior official of a group promoting friendly bilateral ties has pointed to the lack of excitement among Chinese people.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2022
Japan, U.S. and South Korea affirm cooperation over North Korea and Taiwan
Condemning North Korea's missile launches earlier this year, the three reaffirmed that if the country conducts a nuclear test, it would be met with 'a strong and resolute response.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 22, 2022
Kishida hails Biden's call for U.N. reform during brief talks
Biden has also expressed his support for expanding the membership of the U.N. Security Council, which Japan has long been hoping to become a part of.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 22, 2022
Following 'informal' talks, Kishida and Yoon vow to restore Japan-South Korea ties
During the in-person meeting, the two leaders also shared serious concerns over the North Korean missile and nuclear threats.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 22, 2022
Kishida reiterates support for 2015 Iran nuclear deal
The leaders had a 'candid' exchange of opinions, with Kishida saying Japan has 'consistently supported' the nuclear deal and hopes that Tehran returns to the agreement.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 21, 2022
Japan and Britain vow to sign defense cooperation pact at early date
The two leaders met on the fringes of the U.N. General Assembly's general debate session in New York.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 20, 2022
Lessons for the LDP from Okinawa's gubernatorial election
The LDP had better get its house in order if it wants to even begin to reverse the trend of opposition-supported candidates winning office in Okinawa.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 20, 2022
Kishida leaves for New York to deliver speech at U.N.
Kishida may also have talks with South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol as Tokyo and Seoul try to improve their relations soured over wartime history and other issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 20, 2022
Japan and South Korea agree to seek early resolution of wartime labor issue
Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi told reporters that he and his South Korean counterpart Park Jin welcomed working-level talks on the issue when they met in New York.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 19, 2022
New South Korean president tries to make his mark on foreign policy
Yoon Suk-yeol has aligned his country more closely with the United States, but there are limits to how far he can go without angering China or provoking North Korea.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Sep 19, 2022
Emperor and Queen Elizabeth had close ties for nearly 50 years
'Of course, I felt rather nervous, but the conversation was very informal and enjoyable,' Emperor Naruhito wrote of his first meeting with the queen, in 1983.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
Kansai airports to increase takeoff and landing slots ahead of Osaka Expo
Kansai International Airport in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture. The upper limit on the number of takeoff and landing slots at the airport as well as Kobe Airport in Hyogo Prefecture will be raised in spring next year ahead of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
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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