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SHINZO ABE

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Feb 6, 2019
Abenomics under heavy fire after dodgy data hid apparent drop in wages across Japan in 2018
The government refuses to publicize the average real wage of workers for last year, causing heated debate in the current Diet session and raising questions about the credibility of Abenomics.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Feb 6, 2019
Choice of Vietnam for next Trump-Kim summit offers something for both sides
U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will hold their second summit on Feb. 27 and 28, this time in Vietnam, Trump said during his State of the Union speech Tuesday — making for a highly symbolic choice that experts say offers something for both sides as they seek to kick-start...
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 5, 2019
Abe asked China's Xi to visit Japan twice in 2019, for Osaka G20 and state visit in fall, sources say
If Xi does visit Japan twice this year, it will be the first time a Chinese president has done so since Hu Jintao, Xi's predecessor, in 2008.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 4, 2019
Abe and Merkel seek to take Japan-Germany ties to 'higher level' amid trade turmoil and Brexit
Visit days after the Japan-EU trade pact took effect “sends a strong message on promotion of free trade” and strengthening economic ties, Abe said.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 4, 2019
Support for Abe's Cabinet rises to 46% despite labor data scandal, latest poll finds
Public support for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Cabinet has risen to 45.6 percent from mid-January's 43.4 percent, a Kyodo News survey showed Sunday, despite growing criticism of the government's response to a labor data scandal.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 4, 2019
Annual rally seeking return of Russia-held isles may tone down language to appease Moscow
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Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 2, 2019
Tokyo, Beijing agree to step up preparations for Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Japan
Japan and China agreed Saturday to accelerate preparations for Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Japan later this year, as the two nations have pledged to promote reciprocal visits by their leaders, a Japanese government official said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Feb 1, 2019
Systematic cover-up? Labor ministry says officials knew of improper wage surveys for over a decade
The fresh revelation could deal a blow to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's administration, already under fire over a related scandal.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 1, 2019
Senior diplomats from Japan and China vow to work on restoring trust in security affairs
Senior diplomats from Japan and China pledged Friday to try to bolster mutual trust over security affairs, as the two countries remain at odds — despite improved political ties — over a group of East China Sea islands that both claim.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 30, 2019
Abe snubs opposition calls to dismiss labor minister over huge Japan jobs data scandal
Prime Minister Abe on Wednesday refused an opposition party's request to dismiss the labor minister over his ministry's faulty jobs data handling that led to the large-scale underpayment of work-related benefits.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 29, 2019
Japan and Qatar agree to launch strategic ministerial talks
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met Tuesday and agreed on the launch of a "strategic dialogue" under which their foreign ministers will regularly discuss a range of topics as part of efforts to lift bilateral ties to a higher level.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jan 29, 2019
With raft of challenges but no serious challenger, Abe remains popular by default
About six months after facing calls to resign, the prime minister finds himself in a relatively strong position ahead of a year with key hurdles to overcome.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 28, 2019
France's Macron tells Shinzo Abe he feels Ghosn's detention in Japan is 'too long and too hard'
It's the French president's strongest comments yet on the auto industry scandal.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 28, 2019
In annual policy speech, Abe omits passage on ties with South Korea
Seoul gets only a passing mention amid the currently tumultuous relationship.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 27, 2019
Cabinet to keep Diet bills to a minimum with apparent eye on July Upper House election
Facing a critical Upper House election this summer, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe appears to be laying the groundwork for a controversy-free five-month Diet session, which starts Monday.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 27, 2019
Japan elated after Naomi Osaka's second straight Grand Slam title
Japan erupted in joy after Naomi Osaka won her second straight Grand Slam title at the Australian Open on Saturday, with fans taking pride in the feat that guaranteed she will become the country's first world No. 1 single's player in tennis.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 26, 2019
Japan-U.S. talks on bilateral trade deal likely to face delay
Japan and the United States are unlikely to open negotiations on a proposed bilateral trade pact before the end of this month, due chiefly to the prolonged partial U.S. government shutdown.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jan 26, 2019
Abe and Macron call for smooth Nissan-Renault cooperation
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and French President Emmanuel Macron have expressed hope that a management change at Renault SA will work to facilitate cooperation between the French automaker and its Japanese partner, Nissan Motor Co.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 25, 2019
German Chancellor Angela Merkel to visit Japan in early February
German Chancellor Angela Merkel will make a two-day visit to Japan early next month for talks with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, the Japanese government said Friday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 24, 2019
Abe makes sales pitch for Fukushima sake at Davos
On the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe made a sales pitch for sake produced in Fukushima Prefecture.
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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