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US JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Aug 26, 2020
In a second Trump term, Tokyo would need to bolster ties elsewhere
The U.S. president has repeatedly voiced disdain for the existing alliance system, calling allied countries freeloaders that should pay more of its costs.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 25, 2020
Japan's take on a most unconventional Democratic convention
The reaction in Tokyo was mostly even-handed, if a little less enthusiastic than the coverage in the U.S. media.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 25, 2020
Japan and Myanmar agree to reopen borders for long-term residents
The foreign ministers of Japan and Myanmar agreed Monday to reopen borders for expatriates and other long-term residents as soon as early September, relaxing travel restrictions that were imposed to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Aug 23, 2020
Japan, India and Australia eye 'supply chain pact' to counter China
The intensifying U.S.-China conflict and worsening diplomatic relations across Asia are forcing companies to rethink their prospects in China.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 21, 2020
The impact of the U.S. presidential election on Japan-U.S. relations
No matter who wins on Nov. 3, the Japan-U.S. alliance maintains its strong foundation.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Aug 21, 2020
Would Joe Biden be 'Obama 2.0' when it comes to Northeast Asia?
The former vice president, who formally accepted his party's nomination Thursday, is renowned for his foreign policy chops.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 21, 2020
Japan vows to support Papua New Guinea's post-coronavirus recovery
Tokyo said in June it would provide u00a51.9 billion in grants help strengthen Papua New Guinea's medical and health system and its maritime security efforts.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Aug 20, 2020
Biden expected to push teamwork with Japan and Asian allies if he wins
An administration under the Democratic candidate would stress cooperation and coordination on defense, trade and other regional issues, experts say.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 20, 2020
Coronavirus-hit U.S. aircraft carrier debated isolating crew in Japan
The USS Theodore Roosevelt eventually opted to take its crew to facilities in Guam after onboard cases of COVID-19 surged.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 20, 2020
Japan and U.S. defense chiefs to meet on Aug. 29 in Guam
Defense Minister Taro Kono is arranging talks with his U.S. counterpart Mark Esper for Aug. 29 when he visits Guam, Defense Ministry sources said Wednesday, with China and North Korea expected to be high on their agenda.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 19, 2020
Russia says its bombers intercepted over Japan during exercise
Russia's defense ministry described the event as a planned military exercise.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 19, 2020
Japan and U.S. militaries complete multiple joint air and sea exercises
Earlier this week, Defense Minister Taro Kono also met with China's ambassador to Japan, Kong Xuanyou, regarding intrusions into Japanese waters near the Senkakus.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 18, 2020
A vision for growth, 75 years on
The pandemic has made clear that the world is actually now much more borderless than it has ever been.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY
Aug 17, 2020
Japan and the 'great power competition'
Return to first principles to get the region and the world right.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 17, 2020
Why do Japan's leaders prefer Republicans?
From the presidential election of 1984 to the present, Tokyo has with few exceptions preferred the Republican nominee.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society
Aug 17, 2020
Long arm of China's security law alarms Hong Kongers in Japan
While other countries have loosened visa restrictions, offered routes to refugee status or sanctioned Chinese officials, efforts by Japan have focused on economic gains.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Aug 17, 2020
Nippon Steel appeal over South Korea asset seizure unsuccessful at first stage, report says
The company's appeal will be further considered by a higher court under the three-tiered judicial system stipulated for such legal processes.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 16, 2020
Chinese fishermen told not to approach Senkakus as Beijing seeks to avoid frictions
Before a summer fishing ban ended, Chinese fishermen said they had been told by local officials not to sail near the disputed islets.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Aug 15, 2020
Shinjiro Koizumi and other Japan ministers visit war-linked Yasukuni
Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi was the first Cabinet member since 2016 to visit the shrine in central Tokyo on the Aug. 15 anniversary.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 14, 2020
Japan and Malaysia may resume travel in early September for expats
Japan and Malaysia agreed Friday they may ease coronavirus-related travel restrictions for expatriates in early September, if they take precautionary measures such as a 14-day self-quarantine period after entering their respective countries, the Japanese Foreign Ministry said.
Trump says Taiwan should pay for defense, sending TSMC stock down
Shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major Apple and Nvidia supplier, closed 2.4% lower on Wednesday.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
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.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
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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