The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has raised its interest rates to a 17-year high of 0.5 percent, the highest since 2008. The decision was influenced by healthy inflation, steady wage…
Masayoshi Son, the founder of SoftBank, is spearheading a new AI initiative backed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Despite past investment failures, Son is pivoting to AI, with plans to…
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako plan to visit Iwoto Island, marking the 80th anniversary of World War II. The visit is to honor the victims of the Battle of Iwo…
Japan's exports hit a record high of 107.9 trillion yen in 2024, despite a trade deficit of 5.3 trillion yen. The surge in exports may be due to Japanese companies…
South Korean industries are monitoring potential shifts in U.S. economic and trade policies under Trump's second term. Tech giants Samsung and SK hynix face uncertainties over the CHIPS Act, which…
Ado Machida, a former adviser to Trump, urges Japan's PM Shigeru Ishiba to adopt a "Japan First" approach. Machida advises against rushing a summit with Trump, emphasizing the need for…
Japan and Australia's foreign ministers have agreed to continue their cooperation with the United States and India under the Quad grouping. The Quad, a strategic forum, is seen as a…
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is set to raise interest rates to the highest level in 17 years. This decision, expected to be announced on Friday, will raise short-term borrowing…
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, a known heavy smoker, has seen his habit reduced due to his busy schedule. Ishiba has admitted his struggle with smoking and has considered quitting…
The U.S. has approved a $39M missile sale to Japan, in response to escalating security challenges. The missiles will be mounted on Japan's Air Self-Defense Force F-15 and other fighter…
