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US JAPAN RELATIONS

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JAPAN / History
Jul 31, 2022
The centuries-old mines stirring South Korea-Japan tensions
Some of the gold and silver mines of Sado are believed to have started operating as early as the 12th century and produced until after World War II.
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JAPAN
Jul 30, 2022
Japan protests South Korean military drills near disputed islands
It was the first South Korean military exercises conducted near the islands since December and since South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol took office in May.
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EDITORIALS
Jul 29, 2022
Execution of Myanmar democracy activists reveals junta's true colors
It is well past time for the community of nations to impose sanctions against Myanmar's military government and its key supporters after the execution of pro-democracy activists.
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ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 26, 2022
U.S. bolstering capabilities of Asia-Pacific allies with latest missile sales
The two missile sales approved for Australia and Japan over the past five days come amid heightened tensions with China.
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JAPAN
Jul 26, 2022
China sends drone on solo mission near key Okinawan waterway for first time
The Japanese Defense Ministry said it scrambled fighter jets to monitor the drone, which did not violate the country's territorial airspace.
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JAPAN
Jul 23, 2022
Three bodies, believed to be missing Hokkaido tour boat passengers, still kept by Russia
The Japanese and Russian governments are still negotiating the handover of the bodies discovered on the Russian island of Sakhalin and Kunashiri.
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JAPAN
Jul 20, 2022
U.S. spotlights Japan shortcomings in latest human trafficking report
Despite Japan's lackluster grade, the report highlighted the government's decision to address problems within its Technical Intern Training Program.
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JAPAN / Politics
Jul 19, 2022
Kishida meets top South Korean diplomat, but improved ties remain elusive
Despite strained ties in recent years, Park Jin's visit offered a rare chance for Tokyo and Seoul to make headway on the wartime labor issue.

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