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UK JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 16, 2022
Japan to revoke Russia's most favored nation trade status
The U.S., EU and U.K. have announced similar moves following a G7 leaders' statement describing actions to deny the preferred trade status to Moscow.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 16, 2022
Japan asked UAE to help stabilize crude oil markets amid Russia turmoil
The UAE is a member of OPEC and a major exporter, along with Saudi Arabia, to resource-scarce Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 16, 2022
Japan to ban exports of nearly 300 items to Russia and Belarus
The embargo on exports of 266 products, such as chips and communication equipment, and 26 technologies, including design programs for chip-making machines, will take effect Friday.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 14, 2022
Japanese abductees' families ask U.S. envoy to help resolve issue
Members of the families' group pleaded their case in the roughly one-hour meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 13, 2022
Japan's GSDF, U.S. Marines hold amphibious drill as China power grows
The drill, due to run through March 25, is the 'first large-scale' exercise in the Indo-Pacific region between the GSDF's amphibious brigade and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 12, 2022
Crisis drives Japan publishers to reprint books on Ukraine and Russia
Japanese publishing companies are increasingly reprinting books as well as giving free online access to manga on Ukraine and Russia amid heightened interest.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 12, 2022
Japan and U.S. to boost deterrence capabilities after North Korean missile tests
Senior foreign and defense officials from the two countries discussed other major security challenges, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 11, 2022
Japan to defer economic cooperation projects with Russia over Ukraine war
Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said Russia's aggression in Ukraine has made it difficult to deepen bilateral cooperation in the economic field.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Mar 11, 2022
Yoon’s victory is a good thing for Tokyo-Seoul relations
Prime Minister Kishida responded positively to Yoon's victory, reciprocating his desire to put the bilateral relationship between Tokyo and Seoul back on track.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 11, 2022
Kishida and South Korea's next president agree to improve Tokyo-Seoul ties
Kishida and Yoon also agreed to coordinate closely in addressing threats posed by nuclear-armed North Korea and the issue of Japanese nationals abducted in the 1970s and 1980s by Pyongyang.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Mar 11, 2022
South Korean trade minister calls for ‘fresh look’ at Japan ties
'It's high time to have a fresh look at bilateral relations and forge forward-looking, more constructive relations between Korea and Japan,” South Korean Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Mar 11, 2022
China may cozy up to Japan to beat slump, but Tokyo unlikely to reciprocate
China has refrained from making policy decisions provoking its neighbors, such as Japan, while avoiding expressing clear support for Russia's attack on Ukraine.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Mar 11, 2022
Why the left lost South Korea’s election
Less reported in the press is the fact that an alternative left-wing candidate, Sim Sang-jung, also ran, splitting the South Korean vote.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 10, 2022
Kishida hopeful of improved ties with Seoul after Yoon Suk-yeol's election win
'I intend to closely work with the new president to improve Japan-South Korea ties,' Kishida said, underscoring that a healthy relationship between the countries is crucial for global peace.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 10, 2022
Japan may label Russia as a 'challenge' in security strategy revision
The country is currently identified in the national security strategy as a 'partner' with which Tokyo will promote peace and stability in the international community.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Mar 10, 2022
Yoon Suk-yeol likely to thaw Tokyo-Seoul relations, but hurdles remain
Given Yoon's call for improved ties with Japan and the security dynamics sparked by Russia's aggression in Ukraine, he has been seen as a more favorable pick for Tokyo.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 9, 2022
Former Taiwanese legislative speaker receives Japanese honor
Wang Jin-pyng, a former leader of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, received the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Mar 9, 2022
How Russia quietly built up its military presence in Asia
Japan and its neighbors are pondering what further cooperation between Russia and China could mean for the region.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 9, 2022
Top Japanese and U.S. officials to meet this week to discuss Ukraine war
Foreign and defense officials will meet in Tokyo to coordinate their responses to the Ukraine crisis, while also discussing closer defense cooperation between China and Russia in East Asia.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 8, 2022
Okinawa's 50th reversion anniversary event to be held jointly in Tokyo and Okinawa
The prefecture constitutes around 0.6% of Japan's total land area, but still hosts 70% of the total acreage used by U.S. military facilities in Japan, leading to continued protests.
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.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Trump makes his grand RNC entrance with a bandaged ear and a VP pick
Former U.S. President Donald Trump during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Monday
China’s economic growth comes in worse than expected
Pedestrians in the Wangfujing shopping area in Beijing on July 11, 2024. China's economic growth in the second quarter was lower than forecast, adding pressure on Chinese leaders to lift confidence at the Chinese Communist Party's third plenum this week.
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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Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
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