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NORTH KOREA

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 11, 2020
North Korea unveils massive new missile in move U.S. calls 'disappointing'
Ultimately, the message the North could be trying to convey is that its nuclear weapons are here to stay, said a North Korea expert from MIT.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 10, 2020
North Korea holds rare predawn military parade, Seoul says
North Korea held a military parade early Saturday to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of its ruling Workers' Party in a rare predawn event, South Korea's military said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 10, 2020
China's Xi says intends to deepen relations with North Korea
In a congratulatory message to Kim Jong Un for the founding anniversary of North Korea's ruling party, Chinese President Xi Jinping said he intends to deepen relations with Pyongyang, North Korean state media reported Saturday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Oct 8, 2020
At North Korean military parade, get ready for 'something big'
Pyongyang may use its 75th anniversary event Saturday to show off larger, heavier missile systems and launchers — and put the U.S. and Japan on notice.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 8, 2020
North Korean diplomat, missing since 2018, is spotted in Seoul
The revelation could further aggravate North-South relations, which have been in a downward spiral for months.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 7, 2020
Japan says it will decide on Aegis Ashore alternative by year's end
In a call with his U.S. counterpart, Japan's defense minister also indicated a willingness to hold a meeting involving defense chiefs from the four 'Quad' countries.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Oct 7, 2020
Suga’s national security agenda
Unfortunately for Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, there will be no honeymoon period during which he can comfortably settle into his new job.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / ANALYSIS
Oct 7, 2020
For Trump, a pattern of denial, from coronavirus to Russia to climate change
A recurrent theme of Trump's presidency is the rejection of obvious facts when they don't meet his political needs.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 2, 2020
Japan and France agree to cooperate on COVID-19 and maritime security
Tokyo has been looking to coordinate with European partners over steps against China's rising assertiveness in the South and East China seas.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 1, 2020
North Korea asks Japan-based travel agency to sell stamps to Japanese
The stamps feature scenes including and air show and a meeting between Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 30, 2020
North Korea criticizes Abe's visit to war-linked Yasukuni Shrine
Abe, regarded by neighboring countries as a hawkish conservative, said in a Twitter post three days after his resignation that he visited the shrine.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 30, 2020
North Korea says issue of abducted Japanese 'completely' resolved
Japan officially lists 17 people as abductees, five of whom were repatriated in 2002, and suspects North Korea's involvement in many more disappearances.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 27, 2020
North Korea warns of naval tensions during search for slain South Korean
North Korea said it was searching for the body a South Korean man killed by its troops, but warned that South Korean naval operations in the area threatened to raise tensions, state media reported on Sunday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 26, 2020
Seoul suggests joint probe with Pyongyang over shooting of South Korean official
South Korea urged North Korea on Saturday to further investigate the fatal shooting of a South Korean fisheries official and suggested it could be an unprecedented joint probe by the two sides, as public and political outrage over the killing grew.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 25, 2020
Kim says sorry for killing of South Korean over coronavirus fears
The rare message came as Moon faced intense political fallout over the incident, which coincided with a renewed push for policy to engage Pyongyang.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 24, 2020
North Korean troops killed missing South Korean official then burned body, Seoul says
According to media reports, the 47-year-old man had been attempting to defect to the North at sea from a fisheries patrol boat.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2020
South Korea's Moon advocates regional virus initiative involving Japan
South Korean President Moon Jae-in called on Wednesday for a regional infectious disease control and public health initiative involving Japan, China, Mongolia, and North Korea to tackle health crises and lay the foundation for peace with Pyongyang.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 22, 2020
Is the world ready for a Trump re-election?
“Their eyes fixed on the ballots to be counted starting Nov. 3,” wrote Sylvie Kauffmann of Le Monde for The New York Times, “Western European leaders are hoping for the best, but preparing for the worst.” Alas, here in Tokyo, there are quite similar concerns being expressed, although from a different...
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Sep 22, 2020
International law under assault — from unexpected directions
Disturbing of late has been the growing disregard for international law among governments that have been pillars of the world's legal order such as the U.S. and the U.K.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 22, 2020
Japan to seek record defense budget under Suga's continuity policy
A specialized electronic warfare unit, new ASDF fighter jets and the replacement for the Aegis Ashore missile defense system will be covered by the budget request.
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.
Harry Kewell fired by Yokohama F. Marinos
Yokohama F. Marinos coach Harry Kewell before an Asian Champions League match against Ulsan Hyundai, in Ulsan, South Korea, on April 17
Statue of A-bombed Japanese girl in Seattle stolen
The Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes statue in Seattle's Peace Park. The statue was reported missing on Friday by the city government of Seattle.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
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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