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EU JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 4, 2021
Kishida likely to postpone U.S. visit until next year amid omicron concerns, report says
A postponement of Kishida's meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden would mean an increasingly busy diplomatic calendar for top Japanese and U.S. officials in the new year.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Dec 4, 2021
U.S. keeps Japan and China on 'monitoring list' over currency practices
The Treasury Department said that Japan and China remain on the list, but refrained from labeling any major U.S. trading partner as a manipulator.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 3, 2021
Will Japan-South Korea relations ever get back on track?
There has been a fundamental shift in the dynamics surrounding bilateral ties, with both sides hardening their approach.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 2, 2021
Flame from Hiroshima atomic bomb site to light monument in Pearl Harbor
The flame has been used to light lanterns during the annual ceremony held in Hiroshima on the anniversary of the bombing.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 2, 2021
Shinzo Abe’s no-nonsense message to Beijing
Shinzo Abe's remarks in his latest speech warning of the consequences of attacking Taiwan were perfectly compatible with the 1972 joint communique, but Beijing was still angered.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 2, 2021
China summons Japan envoy and rips Abe for warning about Taiwan invasion
While delivering a speech by video to an audience in Taiwan, Abe made some of the most pointed comments by a prominent Japanese politician on tensions in the Taiwan Strait.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 2, 2021
Japan and Malaysia vow to boost ties amid China's rise
Kishida aired strong opposition to any 'unilateral attempts to change the status quo in the East and South China seas,' when he spoke with Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri on Thursday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2021
Invasion of Taiwan by China would be ‘economic suicide,’ former PM Abe warns
The former Japanese leader singled out Chinese President Xi Jinping, in particular, saying that he 'should never have a misunderstanding in recognizing this.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 28, 2021
Japan and U.S. eye 'two-plus-two' security talks in January
The security talks will be the first involving the defense and foreign ministers from Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Cabinet, which was launched in October.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 28, 2021
Japan aware of sinking ground ahead of U.S. base landfill work in Okinawa
The central government was aware of the weak seabed at the planned Futenma relocation site in 2015, three years before work got underway.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 27, 2021
Biden encouraged Kishida to increase defense spending during October talks
Biden's remarks came in the wake of Kishida showing eagerness to beef up Japan's defense outlays
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 27, 2021
Japan extra defense budget hits record amid China tensions
The additional money would cover the cost of missiles, patrolling aircraft, torpedoes, helicopters and other equipment.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 26, 2021
Japan's 'sincere apology' would solve wartime labor issue, South Korean candidate says
Lee Jae-myung said that, if elected, he would seek a 'path that would help' both countries, because South Korea and Japan are 'geographically close and in an interdependent relationship.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 25, 2021
Japan's foreign minister airs concerns over Russian military activity
The remarks came after Moscow and Beijing sent a flotilla of naval vessels around Japan and conducted a joint bomber patrol over nearby waters in recent weeks.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 25, 2021
Leaders of Japan and Vietnam share 'serious concerns' over South China Sea
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his Vietnamese counterpart, Pham Minh Chinh, agreed in a meeting on the importance of upholding an international order that is based on law.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 24, 2021
Japan's foreign minister says no decision made yet on China visit
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has taken a cautious stance on the request for a visit as the two countries remain at odds over territorial and human rights issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 24, 2021
Metal water bottle drops from U.S. military aircraft onto Okinawa residence
The U.S. Marines explained that the 25-centimeter bottle fell from the tilt-rotor transport aircraft when it took off from the Futenma air base.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 23, 2021
Japan and Vietnam defense chiefs oppose bids to change status quo
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi and his Vietnamese counterpart General Phan Van Giang discussed recent developments in the South and East China seas.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 23, 2021
Australia to reopen to foreign visa holders and travelers from Japan
To take advantage of the changed rules, travelers will need to provide proof of vaccination and to return a negative PCR test 72 hours or less before departing for Australia.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 23, 2021
Kishida and Thai prime minister affirm close ties in phone talks
Prayut Chan-ocha congratulated Kishida on taking office and expressed hope for stronger bilateral relations during the call.
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.
Harry Kewell fired by Yokohama F. Marinos
Yokohama F. Marinos coach Harry Kewell before an Asian Champions League match against Ulsan Hyundai, in Ulsan, South Korea, on April 17
Statue of A-bombed Japanese girl in Seattle stolen
The Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes statue in Seattle's Peace Park. The statue was reported missing on Friday by the city government of Seattle.
'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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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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