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EU JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Aug 29, 2021
To China's chagrin, Japan-Taiwan talks could pave the way for closer ties
In recent months, the Tokyo-Taipei relationship has grown even closer as Japan became far more vocal in the public sphere about its concerns over China's assertiveness.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 29, 2021
Japan Coast Guard tests tech to automatically track suspicious ships
It is hoped the system will help ease the burden on maritime law-enforcement operations as Japan faces an increase in intrusions into its waters.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 29, 2021
Japan protests after U.S. Marines dump toxic water in Okinawa sewer
The government has filed a strong protest with U.S. forces based in Okinawa Prefecture for dumping treated water containing dangerous chemicals into the local sewage system.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 27, 2021
Alliance with Japan remains 'credible deterrent,' says new U.S. commander
Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp is set to manage around 54,000 U.S. military personnel stationed in Japan and coordinate with the country's Self-Defense Forces.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 27, 2021
Taiwan and Japan ruling parties discuss China and military cooperation
China condemned the talks last week, saying Japan should not send 'wrong signals' about Taiwan's independence.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 27, 2021
U.S. climate envoy John Kerry plans Japan visit
Kerry is expected to hold talks with Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 26, 2021
Japan and U.K. hold joint naval drill south of Okinawa Island
The drill, conducted on Tuesday, involved the Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer Ise and a strike group of the British aircraft carrier the Queen Elizabeth.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 25, 2021
Japan and Taiwan ruling parties to hold security talks Friday
The talks are the latest sign of a more coordinated response among democratic governments concerned about China's increasingly assertive actions.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 24, 2021
As Japan rushes to evacuate nationals from Kabul, safety concerns grow
'I believe the government's claim that safety (in Afghanistan) is ensured is groundless, when no one is sure of what the Taliban militants are thinking,' a senior SDF official said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 24, 2021
Taliban seeks good relations with Japan, with focus on rebuilding Afghanistan
A spokesman for the group praised Japanese NGOs and stressed that the group will guarantee the safety of Japanese nationals and their property.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 22, 2021
Japan delays issuing visas for military-backed Myanmar diplomats
Japan has delayed the issuing of visas for two Myanmar military-appointed diplomats the junta seeks to send to Tokyo in place of two it fired in March, according to government sources.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 22, 2021
Japan to extend $300 million in loans for upgrades to Iraq oil refinery
Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi made the pledge during an unannounced trip to Baghdad, the first visit to Iraq by a Japanese foreign minister since Taro Aso in August 2006.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Aug 22, 2021
U.S. ambassador pick Rahm Emanuel could give Japan a direct line to Biden
After nearly two years, Japan could soon be getting a high-profile, Senate-approved U.S. ambassador — one who has the ear of the American president.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Aug 21, 2021
Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi makes surprise visit to Iraq
Motegi, who is on a tour of the Middle East, is set to hold talks with President Barham Salih and other senior Iraqi officials, the Foreign Ministry said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Aug 21, 2021
Japan foreign minister planning talks with new Iran president on Sunday
The meeting with President Ebrahim Raisi, an anti-U.S. conservative hard-liner who took office this month, comes as Iran faces a deadlock in nuclear talks with the U.S. and Europe.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 20, 2021
Calls grow for Japan to provide assistance to Afghans amid Taliban rule
A prominent Afghan doctor living in Shizuoka Prefecture is urging Tokyo to offer medical support to people in his home country.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 19, 2021
Japan warns South Korea against court seizure of ¥80 million over wartime labor
Japan's top government spokesperson said there would be 'serious' consequences if the decision, approved Aug. 12 by a South Korean district court, was enforced.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 18, 2021
Robert 'Skipp' Orr, key figure in U.S.-Japan relations, dies age 68
Orr enjoyed a long and distinguished career in business, government and academia, with positions at the Asian Development Bank, Boeing Japan and others organizations.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 18, 2021
South Korean PM aims to have 70% of nation receive first vaccine dose by end of September
South Korea currently lags Japan, which started its inoculations at about the same time and now has 37% of its population fully vaccinated.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 17, 2021
Japan evacuates embassy in Afghanistan as Taliban reclaim control
All personnel have left Kabul and have resumed embassy operations at a temporary office in Istanbul.

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