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KEIDANREN

EDITORIALS
Jan 19, 2018
Keidanren's challenges under its new chief
Under its new leader, Keidanren should lead the discussions for economic reforms instead of merely going along with the government's policies.
BUSINESS
Jan 17, 2018
Japan's largest business lobby seeks 3% pay hike in response to 'social demands'
Keidanren, Japan's most powerful business lobby, has renewed its call on member companies to implement a 3 percent pay hike ahead of annual labor-management wage talks, saying the increase is needed in response to "social demands."
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 9, 2018
Hitachi Chairman Hiroaki Nakanishi to head Keidanren business lobby
Keidanren has tapped Hitachi Ltd. Chairman Hiroaki Nakanishi as its next chief, the nation's top business lobby said Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 5, 2018
At New Year's party organized by Japan’s three major business lobbies, Abe gives firms fresh push to raise pay by 3%
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe once again asks business leaders to raise wages in fiscal 2018 and for aggressive investment to boost the country's economy.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 1, 2018
In New Year's message, Abe pledges future-focused welfare reform this year
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday pledged to implement measures in 2018 to improve Japan's social welfare system and help the country cope with the declining birthrate and aging population.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Dec 2, 2017
Japan's plan to export arms is lacking ammo
When U.S. President Donald Trump was here last month, he said Japan should be buying more military hardware from America, and seemed to believe it would. Trump's penchant for talking off-the-cuff is well-known, but Japan's reluctance to address the matter forthrightly may have more to do with the fact...
JAPAN
Dec 1, 2017
Japan business lobby agrees to contribute ¥300 billion to expand child care services
The head of Keidanren has accepted Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's request for corporations to help the country expand child care services, to the tune of about ¥300 billion ($2.7 billion).
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 27, 2017
Abe asks big business to partially shoulder cost of free-child-care initiative
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe calls on the private sector to chip in u00a5300 billion toward his vow to provide free child care.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 27, 2017
Japan's biz leaders push for raising sales tax beyond 10%
Business leaders have called on the government to raise the consumption tax to more than 10 percent while maintaining its determination to promote fiscal responsibility.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 10, 2017
Summer bonuses at major firms fall for first time in five years
Summer bonuses at major companies fell 4.56 percent to ¥917,906 ($8,300) on average from last summer, posting the first drop in five years, the Japan Business Federation said in a preliminary report.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 3, 2017
U.S. exit from Paris accord might harm Japan's emissions-cutting drive
Washington's exit from the Paris climate accord might counter Tokyo's efforts to fight global warming by prompting big businesses to put up more resistance to carbon pricing
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 30, 2017
Government, Japan Inc. trying to assess Brexit impact on U.K. operations
The government and private companies are stepping up efforts to assess the potential impact of Britain leaving the European Union as London formally notified Brussels of its withdrawal from the bloc.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Mar 14, 2017
Keidanren and Rengo agree to 100-hour overtime cap
Keidanren and Rengo have agreed to limit monthly overtime to 100 hours during busy periods as Japan seeks to change its deep-rooted culture of working long hours.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 23, 2017
Variety of discounts, perks in works for 'Premium Friday' launch
Starting Friday, many workers in Japan, notorious for its culture of overwork, will have a chance to start the weekend early, albeit once a month, for a trip to an onsen (hot springs), a shopping spree or simply dining out with family and friends.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 1, 2017
Japan Business Federation to send mission for talks with Trump
Keidanren plans to send a delegation to the U.S. early this year to discuss trade policies with officials of the new U.S. administration of President Donald Trump.
BUSINESS
Nov 17, 2016
Abe urges Japan Inc. to hike pay-scales for fourth straight year
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Wednesday asked business leaders to agree to pay hikes in next spring's shunto wage talks as the Japanese economy struggles to beat chronic deflation.
BUSINESS
Nov 10, 2016
Japan Inc. tries to assess Trump victory, hopes U.S. won't fall into protectionism
Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election Wednesday has surprised and baffled Japanese business leaders, prompting them to try to assess its economic impact and what his presidency will mean for their companies.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 2, 2016
China's premier asks Japanese business leaders to back momentum of improving ties
Premier Li Keqiang is urging the Japanese business community to support and propel the current momentum of improving bilateral ties.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Oct 25, 2016
Corporate execs should take lead to prevent overwork: Keidanren chief
The head of the Keidanren business lobby has said that corporate executives should take responsibility for preventing harm to employees from issues related to excessive work hours.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 24, 2016
Putin's visit to Japan will include participation in Tokyo economic forum
In addition to holding a summit with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, Russian President Vladimir Putin will take part in an economic forum when he comes to Japan in December for a two-day visit, according to a source close to bilateral ties.
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.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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.
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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