Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako Plan Historic Visit to Iwoto Island
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…
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Japan’s Record Exports Amid Trade Deficit and Tariff Threats
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…
Trump’s Second Term: South Korean Industries Brace for Impact
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…
Ishiba Urged to Adopt ‘Japan First’ Approach in Trump Relations
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, Australia Commit to Quad Amid Geopolitical Shifts
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…
Bank of Japan Set to Hike Interest Rates Amid Global Uncertainty
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 PM Ishiba’s Battle with Smoking Amidst Tight Schedule
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…
U.S. Greenlights $39M Air-to-Surface Missile Sale to Japan
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…
Winds Fuel LA Wildfires, Thousands Evacuated: Japan Commits $2mn Aid
Catastrophic wildfires in California have caused unprecedented destruction, leading to over 20 fatalities and the evacuation of 88,000 residents. Japan's government and major entertainment studios have pledged millions in aid…
TikTok’s U.S. Operations: Sale to X or ‘Pure Fiction’?
TikTok has denied reports of a potential sale of its U.S. operations to Elon Musk's X. The denial comes amidst a U.S. law requiring Chinese divestment from TikTok. The U.S.…
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