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POLITICSSep 6Prince Hisahito turns 20 as Japan's government reinforces male-only succession rulesPrince Hisahito turned 20 on Sunday as he faces growing attention as a future monarch in Japan following the government's unpopular revision to the Imperial House Law that…Japan Today
DISASTERSep 6Too early to tell Japan quake full impactsanews.gov.za · South Africa
DISASTERSep 6Cold comfort: Japan’s Hokkaido battles cockroach surge amid global warmingIn all his five decades of living in Hokkaido, Makoto Watanabe cannot recall ever being confronted by a cockroach. But he admits being alarmed by reports that the despised insects are taking advantage of global warming to gain a foothold in a part of Japan where winters were previously considered too hostile for large colonies to emerge. “When I was a university student in Tokyo 30 years ago, I used to see them in my accommodation and I absolutely hated them,” Watanabe told This Week in...South China Morning Post
WORLDSep 5Stay far from battlefield, warns Japanese director in Vietnam War filmModern warfare may have changed, but the suffering of victims remains the same, while those waging war will inevitably "commit horrifying acts," Japanese director Shinya Tsukamoto said of…Japan Today
MILITARYSep 5How Asian shipyards in Japan, Korea and Philippines keep US warships battle readyAfter being stranded in the South China Sea following a power failure in July, the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Benfold was towed to Subic Bay in the Philippines for emergency repairs. The facility is among the repair and maintenance hubs the US Navy has been developing in the region, strategically pushing for allies to perform major maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) work on US naval vessels given the decline of its shipbuilding base at home. The repair work on the Benfold in the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 5Japan Finance Minister Caught Between Washington and Takaichi – Sri Lanka GuardianJapan's Finance Minister is reportedly facing a dilemma, navigating between pressures from Washington and Takaichi. This situation highlights internal and international political challenges.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
MILITARYSep 5Japan F - 2 , variant of F - 16 used by Pakistan , to make India debut during Veer GuardianThe Japan F-2, a variant of the F-16 fighter jet, is set to debut in India during the 'Veer Guardian' exercise. This signifies international military cooperation and the showcasing of defense capabilities.tribuneindia.com · India
POLITICSSep 5A Message to China from Japan’s Takaichi AdministrationCan Japan ‘normalize’ relations?The Diplomat
BUSINESSSep 5Japan, US to advance cooperation on US$550 billion trade dealJapan and the United States have confirmed they will advance cooperation on investing in strategic sectors and honour the other terms of a trade deal they reached last year, even though President Donald Trump’s tariff policies have changed significantly over time. “We reaffirmed that last year’s agreement remains unchanged,” Japan’s Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa told reporters in Washington on Friday, after meeting Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and US Trade Representative...South China Morning Post
DISASTERSep 5Highest landslide warning issued for southwestern Japan Yakushimabignewsnetwork.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 5India and Japan swap young workers for expertise to meet each other needsIndia and Japan are reportedly exchanging young workers to share expertise and address mutual needs. This initiative represents an international collaboration for skill development and labor exchange.scmp.com · China
BUSINESSSep 5India and Japan swap young workers for expertise to meet each other’s needsIndia’s largest-ever business delegation, 200 executives strong, touched down in Japan late last month in search of money, machinery and manufacturing know-how. At its head was Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, whose four-day tour from August 24 to 27 not only laid the groundwork for next year’s 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties but also worked to solidify an economic partnership now expanding into shipbuilding and defence. “We believe in the principle of continuous improvement and we are...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4Criticism of "discriminatory" SNS post by University of Tokyo professor; Japan Society of Educational Research considering responseAsahi Shimbun
POLITICSSep 4Japanese Finance Minister denies US pressure on monetary policyThe Japanese finance official denied having received specific requests from Washington regarding its monetary policy. The US Treasury Secretary suggested stopping reflation, but Japan reaffirms the autonomy of the Central Bank.Clarín
POLITICSSep 4Japan's finance chief denies U.S. pressure on monetary policyJapanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said Friday that U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made no specific demands regarding Tokyo's monetary policy during their recent meeting, despite his public…Japan Today
MILITARYSep 4US wants foreign warships for its navy. Japan is hoping to be pickedJapan’s Mogami-class warship is turning out to be a hot item among global navies. Australia is buying 11, New Zealand is considering putting in an order – and now, even the United States is showing interest. According to a US Naval Institute report published on Tuesday, government and naval planners are looking at three possibilities: Japan’s Mogami-class frigates, South Korea’s Chungnam guided-missile frigate and Turkey’s Istanbul-class warship. This is the first time since World War II that a...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4China commemorates 81st anniversary of victory against Japanese aggression - XinhuaChina is commemorating the 81st anniversary of its victory against Japanese aggression. This marks a significant historical event with ongoing national and international political relevance.english.news.cn
SCI & TECHSep 3Hideki Shirakawa, the Japanese Nobel laureate who "accidentally" discovered conductive plastics, died at 90.Recibió el Nobel de Química compartido en el 2000 por un trabajo que abrió la puerta a materiales más livianos, flexibles y económicos.El error y la curiosa historia de la pausa para un café que terminaron siendo claves en el descubrimiento de que el plástico puede conducir la electricidad.Clarín
POLITICSSep 3HKSAR govt commemorates 81st anniversary of victory of Chinese People War of Resistance Against Japanese AggressionThe HKSAR government is commemorating the 81st anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. This event marks a significant historical remembrance by a regional government.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 3Japan Credit Rating Agency upgrades India to A ; Hails 7 % growthThe Japan Credit Rating Agency has upgraded India's credit rating to 'A' and commended its 7% economic growth. This indicates a positive assessment of India's economic performance and stability.organiser.org · India
MILITARYSep 3US looks to warship designs from Japan, South Korea and Turkey, reports sayWashington is considering using Japanese, South Korean or Turkish frigate designs to expand the country’s naval fleet as the American shipbuilding industry struggles to meet demand, according to US media reports. The move comes after President Donald Trump signed a National Security Presidential Memorandum on August 13 calling for the use of foreign shipbuilding capacity and investment. However, the plan is likely to face strong opposition in Congress. Potential contenders for the US Navy’s new...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 3IIT - BHU Signs MoU To Strengthen Industry - Academia Collaboration With Japanese FirmsIIT-BHU has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration between its academic institution and Japanese firms, aiming to strengthen industry-academia ties.siliconindia.com · India
POLITICSSep 3With Japan tightening rules for foreign residents , some wonder if it time to say sayonara Japan is tightening its regulations for foreign residents, prompting some to consider leaving the country. This policy change could have significant implications for the foreign population in Japan.keyt.com · United States
WORLDSep 3World War II veterans mark 81 years since Japan Surrender | The Latest from WDEL NewsWorld War II veterans are observing the 81st anniversary of Japan's surrender, as reported by WDEL News. This event commemorates a significant historical milestone.wdel.com · United States