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JR EAST

Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 8, 2022
China invading Taiwan is ‘distinct threat,’ U.S. national security adviser says
Jake Sullivan planned to meet congressional leaders later Wednesday to discuss a bill that would alter U.S. policy toward the island.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 4, 2022
Israel and Saudi Arabia: No longer enemies but not quite friends
Previously clandestine links between Israel and Saudi Arabia are increasingly visible as rivalries cautiously give way to pragmatic economic and security ties.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Regional Voices: Tohoku
Aug 29, 2022
One year on, Tohoku searching for legacy of ‘reconstruction Olympics’
Disaster-hit areas had welcomed the Olympics as an opportunity to express gratitude for global support after the 2011 quake, but the Tokyo 2020 Games were heavily affected by the pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Aug 22, 2022
In Japan's 'random travel' trend, Lady Luck chooses the destination
In addition to the thrill of leaving plans up to chance, railways and airlines are providing the incentive of affordability.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 4, 2022
Japan says five Chinese ballistic missiles landed inside EEZ near Okinawa
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said Tokyo had protested to Beijing over the move — the first time Chinese missiles had landed inside the EEZ.
Japan Times
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Aug 3, 2022
China’s planned military exercises near Taiwan may have another target: Japan
The drills, announced by China following Nancy Pelosi's arrival in Taiwan, aren't just intended to keep Taiwan and the United States in check. They're also a clear warning to Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 29, 2022
JR East reports ¥70 billion loss on local railways
The company hopes to promote talks with local authorities and other relevant parties in areas along the loss-making sections as it reviews whether the services should continue.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 27, 2022
Inflation, interest rate hikes and China lockdowns hitting Asia’s growth outlook
The Asian Development Bank's Albert Park details the reasons the organization cut its growth forecast for Asia to 4.6% from an earlier forecast of 5.2%.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / Regional Voices: Tohoku
Jul 25, 2022
After 10 years, 'Toyota-ism' takes root in Tohoku as force for reconstruction
Toyota Motor President Akio Toyoda has said, “There will be no recovery of Japan without the recovery of the Tohoku region.”
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 20, 2022
U.S. spotlights Japan shortcomings in latest human trafficking report
Despite Japan's lackluster grade, the report highlighted the government's decision to address problems within its Technical Intern Training Program.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 17, 2022
Biden ends trip with U.S.-Saudi relations on the mend but few other wins
Biden's four-day trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia, his first to the Middle East as president, aimed to reset ties with the Gulf Arab oil giant.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 17, 2022
Biden fails to secure major security and oil commitments at Arab summit
Saudi Arabia, Washington's most important Arab ally, poured cold water on U.S. hopes the summit could help lay the groundwork for a regional security alliance.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 7, 2022
Rethinking the global order
For decades, it has been obvious that the U.N. system needs to be reformed to account for the realities of the 21st century.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 20, 2022
How the U.S. can counter China’s Middle-East influence
The only way U.S. President Joe Biden can counter China's efforts is by raising America's own diplomatic and economic game.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2022
Japan protests to China over resource development in East China Sea
Tokyo says the activity has continued despite a 2008 agreement for bilateral cooperation in the area's waters.

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