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U K JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Aug 15, 2022
Japanese photographer blows whistle on treatment of ‘comfort women’
The 51-year-old photographer from Japan finds himself at the center of a current scandal about the treatment of the women, more than three-quarters of a century after the end of WWII.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Geoeconomic Briefing
Aug 14, 2022
How Japan is building on U.S. policy for economic security
A number of factors have left Tokyo unable to maintain its industrial competitiveness and security through existing policies.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 5, 2022
Fallout from Taiwan visit looms large over Pelosi’s meeting with Kishida
At a news conference following the meeting, Pelosi was defiant in asserting the right of U.S. officials to visit their Asia-Pacific allies — including Taiwan.
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
Aug 4, 2022
Russia's ambassador to Japan pays respects at Hiroshima Peace Park
The envoy said he wanted to highlight Russia's efforts to reduce nuclear arms, while also criticizing a decision not to invite him to a commemoration on Saturday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Aug 4, 2022
Russia's Gazprom to get 50% of Sakhalin-2 LNG project replacement entity
Mitsui and Mitsubishi, which hold a combined 22.5% stake in the project, said separately that they are examining details of the new entity.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Aug 4, 2022
How will Yoon’s low approval ratings affect South Korea’s foreign policy?
The poor approval ratings have created concern that Yoon's domestic headwinds could have a knock-on effect on foreign policy, including any bid to repair ties with Japan.
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.

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