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NUCLEAR WEAPONS

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 14, 2022
North Korea launches two apparent ballistic missiles
The short-range launches came hours after Pyongyang vowed a “stronger and certain reaction” to U.S. sanctions over a recent spate of provocations.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 14, 2022
North Korea vows ‘stronger’ action in response to U.S. sanctions over tests
North Korea's Foreign Ministry said that the pursuit of an advanced hypersonic missiles system is the country's 'legitimate right,” and accused the U.S. of using 'gangster-like” logic.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 13, 2022
Biden imposes first North Korea weapons sanctions after missile tests
The sanctions targeted six North Koreans, one Russian and a Russian firm Washington said were responsible for procuring goods for the programs from Russia and China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jan 12, 2022
North Korea's maneuverable 'hypersonic' missiles leave Japan in a bind
The growing capability gives Pyongyang another weapon adept at evading defenses while providing ammunition to those championing a major shift in Japan's defense-only security posture.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 11, 2022
North Korea tests 'more advanced' missile after last week's 'hypersonic' launch
South Korea said Tuesday's missile traveled 700 km at a maximum height of 60 km but flew at a top speed of Mach 10, calling it 'more advanced' than last week's test.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 6, 2022
North Korea claims latest launch was 'hypersonic missile'
The test — the second of an apparent hypersonic weapon in recent months — could give more ammunition to those in Japan pushing for the country to acquire a strike capability.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 5, 2022
North Korea fires apparent ballistic missile in first launch of 2022
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said the North Korean missile had flown for about 500 km and landed outside Japan's exclusive economic zone.
Japan Times
WORLD / Science & Health
Jan 4, 2022
China calls on nuclear-armed nations to focus on AI and space as well
Beijing's call for greater cooperation may be met with skepticism given the country's recent moves in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 1, 2022
North Korea's Kim talks food — not nukes — for 2022
The domestic focus of the speech underscored the economic crises Kim faces at home, where self-imposed anti-pandemic border lockdowns have left North Korea more isolated than ever before.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 30, 2021
Russian and U.S. officials coordinating on Iran nuclear talks in Vienna
U.S. President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin were likely to discuss the Iran nuclear talks on Thursday, a senior Biden administration official said.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World / The Year Ahead: Reckonings
Dec 30, 2021
Preventing a U.S.-China nuclear arms race
Tensions in Asia are rising as Beijing rapidly expands its nuclear arsenal.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Dec 28, 2021
Kim Jong Un joins meeting to chart nuclear strategy toward U.S.
North Korea's ruling party is expected to discuss how to respond to the Biden administration's invitation to return to nuclear disarmament talks.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 20, 2021
U.S. urges Japan not to join nuclear ban treaty meeting
Sources say the Biden administration made the request to Japan after Germany's new coalition government said it would take part as an observer at the meeting in March.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Dec 18, 2021
Kim Jong Un's crackdowns leave North Korean defectors with little hope
In the 10 years since he came to power, North Korea has cracked down on people trying to get out of the country, leaving many defectors without hope of seeing their families again.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Dec 16, 2021
Armed but isolated: North Korea's Kim marks a decade in power
Although seen as inexperienced and lacking the support of key regime figures upon the death of his father, Kim has been able to cement his grip on power over the past 10 years.
Japan Times
WORLD
Dec 15, 2021
European powers say they are nearing end of road to save Iran deal
The comments suggest indirect U.S.-Iran talks on preserving the pact may be approaching collapse, with all sides seeking to avoid being held responsible.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 9, 2021
Kishida calls on nuclear weapons states to boost transparency
North Korea's nuclear and missile development has been a security concern for Japan, which relies on the nuclear umbrella of longtime security ally the United States.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Dec 7, 2021
U.N. adopts Japan's anti-nuke resolution for 28th straight year
Japan has distanced itself from the anti-nuclear pact, despite repeated calls from survivors of the U.S. atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to join the accord.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 30, 2021
Iran insists on immediate lifting of sanctions as nuclear talks resume
As the first round of formal discussions ended Monday, Western negotiators tried to be upbeat.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 27, 2021
China asserts nuclear influence before key Iran deal talks
China is drawing a link between nuclear talks and a Western submarine pact in the Pacific, potentially adding another obstacle to the tortured process of reaching a deal with Iran.
Japan's population continues to fall even as foreign resident count rises
The number of residents in Tokyo as of Jan. 1 rose by 0.03% from a year before, data shows, marking a year-on-year increase for the first time in three years, while the country's other 46 prefectures saw their populations continue to decline.
Ahead of the Olympics, Japan is still talking about the gymnast who won't be there
Japan's Shoko Miyata withdrew from the gymnastics team herself over her drinking and smoking, although it had already appeared as though the association was prepared to send her home from the team’s training camp in Monaco.
Yen melt-up nudges Japanese stocks into correction territory
Japanese stocks are down 10% from their July peak as the yen strengthens.
‘Crazy’ yen rally is at risk of shattering as soon as Wednesday
Some investors are warning that a yen rally is fragile, as was on show this week when the yen rapidly retraced an advance after Thursday’s stronger-than-expected U.S. economic growth figures.
Paris Olympics kick off with rain-soaked — but grandiose — opening ceremony
Japan's 2024 Olympic team moves down the Seine River in Paris during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics on Friday.
The Japanese Olympians looking to shine in Paris
Rim Nakamura, who is attempting to win Japan's first Olympic gold medal in cycling, will be one of the top Japanese athletes to watch at the Paris Games.
Japan’s minimum wage set for record ¥50 hike in major boost
Demonstrators rally to demand a big hike in minimum wages in Tokyo last week.
Japan loses top spot on strongest passport list to Singapore
Japan had the strongest passport for six years running from 2018, before being dethroned by Singapore on the 2024 list.
Why Japan's mysterious stash of classified funds escapes scrutiny
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi (right) during a meeting in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Japan eyes gold — and the future — as Olympic men's soccer campaign begins
Japan midfielder Yu Hirakawa controls the ball during a match against the United States in Kansas City, Kansas, on June 11.

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