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UK JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 6, 2022
U.S. urges Japan to consider sanctions on Russia if Ukraine invaded
Japan, however, has deferred its response to the U.S. request, fearing possible ramifications on bilateral issues with Russia, including a long-standing territorial dispute.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 5, 2022
U.S. close to finalizing tariff exemption for Japan steel imports
The two countries are discussing establishing a tariff-free import quota but its size and some other details have yet to be finalized.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Feb 5, 2022
Blinken to visit Asia to emphasize commitment despite Ukraine crisis
The trip comes amid mounting crisis over Ukraine, and policy analysts say the aim is to show the Indo-Pacific region support and that China remains Washington's top priority.
Japan Times
WORLD
Feb 4, 2022
Kishida and new U.S. envoy affirm importance of alliance at first meeting
During the meeting at his office, Kishida said the appointment of Rahm Emanuel, who is 'greatly trusted' by U.S. President Joe Biden, symbolizes the ironclad nature of the alliance.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 4, 2022
Japan seeks Saudi Arabia's cooperation in stabilizing oil markets
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expressed hope that he could deepen ties with the crown prince of the major oil-producing country, which he called a 'strategic partner'
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 3, 2022
Japan and South Korea exchange protests over World Heritage nomination
The South Korean foreign minister expressed 'deep disappointment and protest' when he held phone talks with his Japanese counterpart over Tokyo's nomination of the Sado mines.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 3, 2022
Japan should press China more on human rights, Kishida adviser says
Gen Nakatani, the prime minister's human rights adviser, says he wants to push China harder on the issue following a parliamentary resolution that called on Tokyo to probe alleged abuses.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Explainer
Feb 2, 2022
Dispute over northern islands shapes Tokyo’s stance on Ukraine crisis
Russia-Japan relations are centered on the decadeslong dispute over four islands northeast of Hokkaido that Russia occupies and Japan claims.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 2, 2022
Japan and U.S. foreign chiefs confirm cooperation on North Korean threat
Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken also shared their 'grave concern' over Russia's military buildup along its border with Ukraine.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 1, 2022
Ahead of Olympics, Lower House issues toned-down resolution on 'rights situation' in China
Japan has already announced it will not send a government delegation to the Games, following a U.S.-led diplomatic boycott over concerns about China's human rights record.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 1, 2022
Japan preparing for possible Biden visit in late May, report says
The U.S. is looking into having Biden visit South Korea at the same time for talks with its new leader after current President Moon Jae-in's term in office finishes at the start of May.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Feb 1, 2022
Japan sticks to quiet Myanmar diplomacy as companies are left in limbo
The aftermath of the coup continues to present Prime Minister Fumio Kishida with a formidable challenge, as he has identified human rights as a key diplomatic pillar.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 1, 2022
Japan OKs World Heritage bid for Sado mine despite South Korean protest
The attempt to register the mine, one of the world's largest producers of gold in the 17th century, may face hurdles as issues dating back to World War II fray ties.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Feb 1, 2022
Japan's U.S. ambassador calls talks on easing metals tariffs 'robust'
Koji Tomita said the U.S.-EU quota agreement that is now allowing some steel and aluminum into the United States duty free is a template for the talks.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Jan 31, 2022
'Big dates, big fireworks': North Korea signals more launches as anniversaries loom
Japan and South Korea find common ground amid growing possibility that Pyongyang will test-fire an intercontinental ballistic missile to mark key dates.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 31, 2022
British PM Boris Johnson cancels planned visit to Japan, government sources say
Tokyo and London had been arranging for Johnson's visit in mid-February for talks with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, but the sources said the British government had canceled the plan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 31, 2022
Japan set to pass China human rights resolution before Olympics
The House of Representatives is set to pass a resolution expressing concern about Uyghur human rights as early as Tuesday, in a move likely to irritate China.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jan 29, 2022
British PM Boris Johnson eyeing mid-February visit to Japan
The two leaders are likely to discuss ways to enhance security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, where China has become increasingly assertive in its territorial claims.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 29, 2022
Japan weighs deploying U.S. spy drones to MSDF base in Kyushu
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said that the government was considering the temporary deployment of U.S. MQ-9 unmanned surveillance aircraft to an SDF base for the first time.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jan 28, 2022
COVID-19 restrictions on U.S. military personnel in Japan to end Monday
The measures were introduced on Jan. 10 following a surge in coronavirus cases among U.S. military personnel in prefectures that host U.S. military bases.

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