Japanese officials joined South Korean and Chinese foreign ministers in Tokyo to plan a summit based on historical turning point statements from Japan’s Takeshi Iwaya. The recent talks between Japan and its neighbors arise from uncertainty about the United States and its traditional alliances while China attempts to build stronger regional connections.  During the meeting Wang Yi stressed the three …

Japan achieved historical first place in World Cup 2026 qualification after beating Bahrain 2-0 at Saitama Stadium. After bringing on Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo as substitutions Japan scored two goals during the second half to beat Bahrain and ensure their spot in the FIFA World Cup. https://x.com/LaLigaEN/status/1902710466180526472 Japan led Group C with nine points while Australia ranked behind them …

The Indian government places a tariff of up to USD 986 per tonne on Trichloro isocyanuric acid when imported from China and Japan. This duty remains active for five years to defend domestic producers against cheap imports that injure their operations. The DGTR found that Indian producers experienced harm from dumped goods from China and Japan so the Finance Ministry …

On Thursday Japan’s Iwate region in Ofunato city observed a major wildfire that burned 80 buildings and compelled authorities to send nearly 600 people from their homes. Because of strong wind gusts the forest fire traveled quickly across the area and burned most of the homes to ash. NHK broadcast aerial images showing homes burned in Ofunato Japan while only …

Samsung decides to introduce its Galaxy S25 phones to Japan ahead of their worldwide debut. Traditionally Samsung’s new phone releases waited three months in Japan but this launch took place on February 14 after global marketing. Since 2015 Samsung Phones dropped their previous brand name Galaxy for their new phones and returned to using their complete company name “Samsung“. SoftBank …

Analysts believe Tokyo would seek to interact more with Southeast Asia since issues regarding the expected departure of the historically balanced diplomacy become more important. Japan is closely watching Malaysia’s ambitions to join the BRICS group of developing countries—an alliance frequently seen as counterbalance to Western powers including Europe, the United States, and Japan. Japan’s concerns revolve on the likelihood …

In the complex tapestry of East Asian geopolitics, Japan’s diplomatic maneuvers with China have come under scrutiny.  Critics argue that Japan’s approach is ‘two-faced,’ seeking closer economic ties while simultaneously casting China as a regional security threat.  Seeking Economic Stability Amidst Geopolitical Rivalry Japan’s economic interdependence with China is undeniable. As two of the world’s largest economies, their bilateral trade …

As Prime Minister Fumio Kishida embarks on an extraordinary diplomatic mission to the Philippines, his journey transcends mere state visits. It’s a carefully orchestrated symphony of international relations, composed with the region’s security as the backdrop and the rising notes of regional tensions. Japan Commits Stronger Ties with the Philippines In the heart of this diplomatic crescendo, Japan unveils a …

Amid Japan’s tranquil mornings, a dramatic legal tango unfolds. This is not just a battle in courtrooms; it’s a complex tale that threads through the fabric of Japanese society, raising profound questions about faith, accountability, and political influence. The Unification Church, officially known as the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification, finds itself at the center of a storm. …

Japan – According to national broadcaster NHK, the governor of Japan’s Niigata prefecture handily beat his anti-nuclear opponent in an election today, a result that might empower members of the governing party who are seeking to restart the country‘s mainly idled nuclear power reactors. As indicated by exit surveys, Hideyo Hanazumi, who was endorsed by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s governing Liberal …