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FUMIO KISHIDA

Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Dec 25, 2022
Pragmatic realism and Japan’s new security strategy
The end of Japanese idealism and pacifism: Tokyo needs a new defensive strategy in order to preserve security within its backyard.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / ANALYSIS
Dec 25, 2022
Japan's focus on defense spending casts doubt on growth
Whether 1.5% growth will be realized depends on corporate wage hikes and the inflation situation.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 24, 2022
Kishida may soon replace scandal-hit reconstruction minister
Kishida could fire Akiba as soon as early next week or replace him as part of a limited Cabinet reshuffle in early January, sources said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 22, 2022
Russia condemns 'militarization' of Japan under Kishida defense plan
Russia said such a move will 'inevitably provoke new security challenges and will lead to increased tension in the Asia-Pacific region.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 22, 2022
Japanese panel approves return to nuclear power as disaster memories fade
Japan's move to extend nuclear reactor lifespans reflects a shift in public opinion as the country struggles with the threat of blackouts amid Russia's war in Ukraine and extreme weather.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 18, 2022
Ruling party lawmaker Kentaro Sonoura considering resigning
The Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office is highly likely to summarily indict LDP lawmaker Kentaro Sonoura, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 17, 2022
U.S. hails Japan's new security strategy as China lashes out over moves
Washington called Tokyo's revision of key security documents a 'bold and historic step,' while Beijing urged Japan to refrain from hyping the 'China threat.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 16, 2022
Japan approves major defense overhaul in dramatic policy shift
The government passed revisions to three key security documents that outline a tough new stance on China and pave the way for Tokyo's acquisition of a 'counterstrike capability.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Dec 16, 2022
Kishida punts on tax hikes for defense amid backlash from his own party
Kishida, who had been pushing for tax increases in stages, was forced to back off from a specific timetable as opponents press for alternate funding.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Dec 16, 2022
Kishida Cabinet approval edges up to over 29%: poll
The Kishida Cabinet's disapproval rating fell 1.0 point to 42.5%, according to the survey, conducted for four days through Monday.
Japan approves ¥21.9 trillion stimulus plan
The policy chiefs of the Democratic Party for the People, Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito — Makoto Hamaguchi (left), Itsunori Onodera (center) and Mitsunari Okamoto — shake hands after reaching an agreement on an economic stimulus package on Wednesday.
Tokyo Metro’s overseas efforts begin in earnest with London deal
Tokyo Metro will soon have a role in the running of London's Elizabeth Line, a major train route serving the U.K.’s capital city and environs.
Saitama court bans demonstrations over anti-Kurd hate speech
Kurdish people in Japan in 2015. A court injunction has banned acts that defame the Japan Kurdish Cultural Association and are disrespectful, such as putting up banner flags or handing out fliers with hate speech like “Refugees should go back to their home countries.”
China reinstates visa-free travel for Japanese nationals
Beijing Daxing International Airport
U.S. aircraft carrier returns to Japan carrying navy’s ‘most capable fighter’
U.S. 7th Fleet Commander Vice Adm. Fred Kacher speaks to reporters shortly after the arrival of aircraft carrier USS George Washington at Yokosuka naval base in Kanagawa Prefecture on Friday.
Shohei Ohtani wins National League MVP award
Shohei Ohtani celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Padres during the National League Division Series at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles last month.
The slow-burn success of ‘A Samurai in Time’
A 19th-century warrior gets struck by lightning and wakes to find himself in 21st-century Kyoto in Junichi Yasuda’s surprise hit “A Samurai in Time.”
Around a quarter of Japan married couples in their 20s met through dating apps
A survey released by an organization promoting “Good Couples Day” shows that 24% of couples in their 20s met their marriage partner through a dating app.
'Tokyo Swindlers': Get deep into the minds of real estate con artists
In Ko Shinjo's "Tokyo Swindlers," a group of con artists manipulates real estate giants into falsified deals within the highly competitive, quick market.
Japan, U.K. and Italy discuss inviting more countries to joint fighter project
A new concept model of a next-generation fighter jet to be jointly developed by Japan, Britain and Italy is on display in Farnborough, Hampshire, in July.

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