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FUMIO KISHIDA

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Mar 7, 2023
Long at odds over historical disputes, can Seoul and Tokyo make amends with latest deal?
While the U.S. has offered effuse praise for the proposal, some observers have said it may not be durable as reservations remain over how the deal was negotiated.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Mar 7, 2023
After Seoul's wartime labor proposal, the ball is in Kishida's court
The Kishida administration has so far offered a somewhat muted response to the plan, but early indications are that the outcome has been positive for the prime minister.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 6, 2023
South Korea announces plan to resolve wartime labor dispute with Japan
Funds for compensating wartime laborers would be raised by “voluntary” private sector donations to a South Korean foundation, with Japanese firms possibly among those that donate.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 6, 2023
Upcoming April by-elections likely litmus test for Kishida's leadership
The elections are likely to be a test of whether the prime minister can run the government stably, a year and a half after taking office in October 2021.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Mar 5, 2023
Japan and U.S. negotiating return of detained navy officer
Tokyo said there were no flaws in criminal proceedings against Ridge Alkonis, 34, who was convicted of a fatal car crash in 2021, but criticism has grown over his detention.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 5, 2023
International-themed okonomiyaki dishes designed to tempt G7 leaders
The summit provides a 'huge opportunity' for Hiroshima to share its culinary culture to the world, with local groups hoping visitors take the recipes home with them.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 3, 2023
Kishida urges extra inflation-relief steps as Japan's households struggle
The news comes as households grapple with intensifying cost-of-living pressures amid elevated inflation for items such as energy and food, hitting consumption and smaller businesses.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Mar 2, 2023
The paradox that is Fumio Kishida’s leadership
Lucky for Prime Minister Kishida, the Japanese public does not see a viable alternative to the LDP for running the government.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 1, 2023
Kishida vows to take every step to resolve North Korea abduction issue
The prime minister's remarks came during a meeting at his office with family members of the Japanese abductees.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Feb 28, 2023
With child care policy still in the works, Kishida aims to change parenting perceptions
The government is focused on casting child-rearing in a more positive light amid the lingering perception that the barriers to having children are just too great.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 26, 2023
Kishida rallies LDP members ahead of April local elections
The prime minister said his ruling party will focus on issues surrounding wage hikes, constitutional revision and imperial succession.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 26, 2023
LDP leadership cautious about early LGBTQ bill discussions
Some party heavyweights fear that talks on the legislation will fuel tensions between proponents and opponents within the LDP ahead of April elections.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Feb 26, 2023
Calls grow for G7 chair Japan to focus on issues other than Ukraine
Tokyo faces growing expectations from other members and international organizations to increase focus on other global issues by leveraging its strengths in nonmilitary areas.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 25, 2023
Kishida cautious about revising statement on inflation target
The prime minister has also revealed that the government will consider additional measures to tackle rising prices.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 25, 2023
G7 vows to strengthen coordinated sanctions on Russia over Ukraine
A joint statement released by G7 countries said the grouping will impose 'new coordinated economic actions' against Moscow 'in the days and weeks ahead.'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 24, 2023
Japan preparing new G7 sanctions on Russia as Kishida weighs Ukraine trip
The prime minister said that while he hoped to travel to the war-torn country soon, nothing had been decided yet, with discussions ongoing.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 24, 2023
Ukraine would welcome a visit by Kishida, envoy in Japan says
“From our point of view, it’s extremely important for Kishida … to visit Ukraine and see it with his own eyes, in order to be able to feel what is going on,” envoy Sergiy Korsunsky said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 23, 2023
Japan and Albania vow stronger sanctions against Russia
The Albanian leader said that it would be an honor if his country can play an active role at the U.N. Security Council with Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Feb 23, 2023
G7 chair Japan urged to lead global efforts to rebuild Ukraine
With Friday marking one year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began, calls have been mounting for Japan to take the lead in global support for Kyiv, including postwar reconstruction.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 22, 2023
Kishida faces mounting pressure to visit Kyiv as only G7 leader yet to do so
Although Friday’s one-year anniversary of the start of the war has raised questions over a possible trip to Kyiv in the coming days or weeks, Japanese officials have remained tight-lipped.
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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