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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 9, 2022
South Korea candidate's aide aims for restart of shuttle diplomacy with Japan
Shuttle diplomacy between Japan and South Korea had been implemented by several leaders of the two countries, but has been suspended for over a decade.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 9, 2022
Japan and Philippines to hold 'two-plus-two' security talks in late February
The launch of such talks is in line with an agreement made in November last year between Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 9, 2022
Biden moves to soothe allies in China’s shadow with Japan deal
The deal would allow most steel shipments from Japan to to enter tariff-free for the first time since 2018 and would see the countries working together to combat Chinese trade practices.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 8, 2022
Japan's Lower House expresses solidarity with Ukraine
The Lower House's resolution on Tuesday stressed Japan's position that it has consistently supported Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 8, 2022
Latter half of May proposed for Biden visit to Japan, source says
Biden is planning to join Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for a 'Quad' summit that will also involve the leaders of Australia and India, according to a diplomatic source.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Feb 8, 2022
U.S. and Japan reach an agreement to remove Trump-era steel tariffs
The new deal will take effect on April 1 and requires Japan to take 'concrete steps' to fight global excess steel manufacturing capacity, largely centered in China.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 7, 2022
Japan protests after Russia announces exercise near disputed island
Kunashiri Island is one of several disputed islands off Hokkaido called the Northern Territories by Tokyo and the Southern Kurils by Moscow.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Feb 6, 2022
Japan guarded U.S. and Australian military assets 22 times in 2021
The SDF guarded Australian assets for the first time in a protection mission during a joint drill in November following bilateral security talks last year.
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.

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