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UK JAPAN RELATIONS

JAPAN / Politics
Sep 21, 2016
Abe urges Poroshenko to fully implement Ukraine cease-fire accord
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe urged Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Tuesday to fully implement a cease-fire agreement struck in February last year in order to address conflict in the crisis-hit country.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 20, 2016
Abe urges TPP approval in meeting with Clinton in New York
Prime Minister Abe stresses the import of TPP ratification to U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, who opposes the deal.
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 20, 2016
Japan's Brexit challenge
Japan is being surprisingly forceful in demanding answers from the U.K. on Brexit.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 20, 2016
U.S., China to step up coordination on North Korea
U.S. President Barack Obama and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang agreed on Monday to step up cooperation in the United Nations Security Council and in law-enforcement channels after North Korea's fifth nuclear test, the White House said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Sep 18, 2016
Chinese state media blasts Japan over South China Sea 'patrols,' but experts see no change in policy
Chinese state media outlets have responded to news of potential joint U.S.-Japan operations in the disputed South China Sea with a spate of fiery editorials, but experts say Japan's announcement of increased engagement in the waters breaks little new ground.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 18, 2016
'Bridge to nowhere' shows China's failed economic effort to engage North Korea
Towering above the murky waters, the New Yalu River Bridge was supposed to symbolize a new era in relations between China and North Korea, helping bring investment to landmark free trade zones jointly run with the impoverished and isolated state.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 15, 2016
Japan to offer ¥1 billion in medical aid to Cuba during Abe's visit
Japan plans to offer around ¥1 billion ($9.76 million) in grant aid to Cuba for purchasing medical equipment when Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visits the country next week, a government source said Thursday.
JAPAN
Sep 15, 2016
Justice Ministry says Taiwanese in Japan not subject to Chinese law on citizenship issues
The Justice Ministry denied Thursday that Taiwanese residing in Japan are subject to Chinese law when it comes to matters of determining citizenship.
JAPAN
Sep 14, 2016
Japan and China hold maritime talks amid Senkaku tensions
Japan and China on Wednesday started a two-day meeting of senior officials on maritime issues, including a system aimed at preventing unintended clashes in and over nearby waters and the possible restart of talks on joint gas development in the East China Sea.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 14, 2016
Japan's new defense chief to visit U.S., South Sudan
Defense Minister Tomomi Inada will visit the United States to hold talks with her U.S. counterpart Ashton Carter on Thursday, the Defense Ministry said Wednesday.
BUSINESS
Sep 14, 2016
Japan business leaders to visit China in hope of warming frosty economic ties
A joint Japanese business delegation will kick off an eight-day visit to China next Tuesday in the hope of expanding bilateral economic ties through talks with Chinese government officials and local executives.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Sep 14, 2016
Iran oil terminal offers Japan priority deals as a 'thank you' for support
The Persian Gulf's biggest oil terminal, located on Iran's Kharg Island, is appealing for greater Japanese trade. Officials say they plan to reward Japan for its support during the years of sanctions with priority in deals and investment.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 13, 2016
U.S. flies bombers over South Korea in show of force, but leaves door open to 'sincere' talks with North
The U.S. sent two nuclear-capable strategic bombers buzzing over ally South Korea on Tuesday in a show of force meant to impress upon North Korea Washington's commitment to Seoul after Pyongyang's fifth nuclear test days earlier.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 12, 2016
Japan braces for possibility of another North Korean nuclear test
The Abe administration is still weighing the timing of fresh sanctions over the latest detonation.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 12, 2016
North Korea ready for another nuclear test, report says
North Korea has completed preparations for another nuclear test, South Korea's Yonhap news agency reported Monday, citing South Korean government sources who said the North may use a previously unused tunnel at its mountainous test site.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 11, 2016
After U.N. visit, Abe eyes Cuba visit and offer of ¥120 billion in debt relief
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is considering offering Cuba debt relief worth ¥120 billion during his planned visit to the Caribbean nation this month, according to sources.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 11, 2016
After its fifth nuclear test, Japan, U.S. seek 'strongest possible' measures against North Korea
Two senior envoys from Japan and the U.S. agree to seek the 'strongest possible measures' against North Korea following its fifth nuclear test.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 10, 2016
North Korea's progress in nuke development poses real threat to Japan
North Korea's notable progress in its nuclear and missile developments, underpinned by Friday's fifth nuclear test, is becoming a real security threat to Japan, analysts say.
JAPAN
Sep 9, 2016
A-bomb survivors criticize North Korea test
Atomic bomb survivors in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, along with members of anti-nuclear groups and relatives of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea expressed anger Friday over the North's fifth nuclear test.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 9, 2016
Japan warns of growing North Korea threat after fifth nuclear test
North Korea conducted its fifth and most powerful nuclear test to date around 9:30 a.m. Friday, prompting Tokyo to immediately file a protest.
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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