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JAPAN
Jun 26, 2021
Japan's foreign minister plans trip to Israel and the Palestinian territories in August
During the trip, Motegi would look to build a relationship with the Israeli government under new Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and offer assistance to reconstruct Gaza.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 26, 2021
China top U.S. partner in Asia but Japan more reliable, poll of American experts shows
Japan topped the list of countries in the region seen as reliable for the United States with 36% of the respondents naming the country, followed by Australia at 30%.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 26, 2021
Japan and Australia air forces agree to mutually refuel aircraft
The accord came after security talks in June to deepen defense cooperation in a veiled counter to China's growing military presence in the Indo-Pacific region.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 26, 2021
Suga upholds Japan's apologies for wartime aggression and comfort women
The confirmation comes amid lingering tensions with neighboring countries including South Korea and China over wartime history.
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JAPAN
Jun 25, 2021
Japan sees China-Taiwan friction as threat to its security
Remarks from Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi came a week after China sent 28 warplanes near Taiwan, in the latest ratcheting up of military pressure around the democratically ruled island.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 24, 2021
Art event featuring 'comfort women' statue postponed due to protests
Organizers of an art exhibition in Tokyo featuring a statue symbolizing "comfort women" who suffered under Japan’s military brothel system before and during World War II decided Thursday to postpone the upcoming event due to disruptions caused by protestors in vehicles using loudspeakers.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 23, 2021
South Korean appeals court to hear 'comfort women' case in November
A South Korean appeals court has set the first hearing of a 'comfort women' case for Nov. 25, after a lower court dismissed in April a damages lawsuit brought against Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 22, 2021
Japan in talks for South Korea president to attend Tokyo Olympic ceremony
Tokyo, however, is reluctant to hold a summit between Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and Moon if the president makes a visit for the July 23 ceremony.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 22, 2021
Myanmar soccer player files for asylum in Japan after protest salute
Pyae Lyan Aung, who refused to return home with his teammates, has submitted an application with the Osaka Regional Immigration Services Bureau, his lawyer said.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jun 22, 2021
U.S. Navy ships close to getting interceptors that could stop an ICBM
The new missile is being developed jointly with Japan. Congress in 2019 cleared the sale to Japan of as many as 73 of the new version in a potential $3.2 billion sale.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 22, 2021
Japan and South Korea still contending with deep divisions
Senior officials from the two nations remained apart on issues including wartime labor and the release of tainted water from the Fukushima nuclear plant.
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ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 21, 2021
Biden nuclear envoy ready for talks ‘anytime’ with North Korea
Their meeting was the first among the envoys since Biden took office and came just days after Kim Jong Un said his country is ready for 'both dialogue and confrontation.'
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jun 20, 2021
Japan’s refusal to sanction Myanmar undermines Biden’s strategy
Tokyo's reluctance to put financial pressure on the junta shows the difficulties Washington faces in convincing Asian allies to put real teeth behind calls to defend democracy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 19, 2021
South Korean court rejects former 'comfort women' appeal in Japan assets case
The Seoul Central District Court said Friday it rejected the appeal regarding the seizure of Japanese government assets as it was filed after the deadline for an immediate complaint.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 18, 2021
'The Last G7': Satirical picture from China raps Japan over Fukushima water
The artwork features a mock-up of Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper,' with Japan pouring 'green radioactive water' into the glasses of the other G7 representatives.
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COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 18, 2021
Okinawa reversion agreement stands the test of time
Greater foresight by the two governments was thus necessary then, as is a more proactive approach by them today regarding the bases.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2021
South Korea, Japan and U.S. to hold meeting Monday to discuss North Korea
It is believed that the three countries will discuss future measures on North Korea-related issues, as the Biden administration has finished a review of its policy on the reclusive nation.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 17, 2021
Japan defense chief urges stronger EU military presence in Asia
As China increases its military pressure on Taiwan, Nobuo Kishi said Japan expects a 'peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues' through dialogue.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jun 17, 2021
Caught in the middle? Komeito and the China-Japan relationship
While many in the LDP have welcomed international pressure on China, the deteriorating bilateral relationship creates problems for the party's coalition partner Komeito.
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BUSINESS
Jun 17, 2021
Japanese rice dealers turn to China amid domestic consumption drop
The government has a goal of increasing the value of rice exports to China fivefold from the 2019 level to u00a51.9 billion in 2025.

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