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POLITICSOct 5The New Nixon Shock? Why Japan Fears a Trump-Xi DealSome history helps explain why the symbolism of the China-U.S. summit matters so much to Tokyo.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 5Japanese leader calls woman's murder, allegedly by U.S. Marine, "heinous crime"A woman's murder allegedly committed by a U.S. Marine​ in Okinawa is a "heinous crime," Japan's premier said on Monday, as the new accusation of violence involving American forces sparked public outrage.CBS News
POLITICSOct 5'Not again': Arrest of US marine for murder reignites protests in Japan's OkinawaFor many locals on this island, the arrest has brought decades of frustration back to the fore.BBC World
POLITICSOct 5Japan to further pursue course to sign peace treaty with Russia — prime ministerRussia and Japan have been negotiating a post-World War II peace treaty since the mid-20th centurytass · russia
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 5BREAKING NEWS: Japan farm minister retracts controversial budget remarks, makes apologyBREAKING NEWS: Japan farm minister retracts controversial budget remarks, makes apology Read full story herekyodonews · japan
POLITICSOct 5US Marine’s arrest in a killing on Okinawa triggers outrage in Japan - AP NewsUS Marine’s arrest in a killing on Okinawa triggers outrage in Japan AP NewsAP News
POLITICSOct 5Japan’s Potential as a ‘Third Option’ for ASEANASEAN is looking for a third partner. Japan fits the bill — if it plays its cards rightThe Diplomat
POLITICSOct 4Japan summons US envoy as marine arrested over Okinawa murderAmbassador vows cooperation as Japan protests after a US marine’s arrest in connection to Okinawa murder case.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 4Japan: US Marine arrested in Okinawa on suspicion of murderThe Japanese government has lodged an official protest with Washington after a US Marine was arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman in Okinawa — where incidents involving US service personnel are not uncommon.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 4Japan Protests After U.S. Marine Is Accused of Killing Woman in OkinawaThe matter threatened to revive tensions over the American military presence on the Japanese archipelago.NYT World
POLITICSOct 4Japan’s Takaichi presses US after marine arrested over murder-robbery of womanA 20-year-old US marine was arrested on Sunday in Japan’s Okinawa prefecture on suspicion of robbing and murdering a local woman, police said. Davin Ballard stationed at the Futenma Airbase is suspected of killing Anna Yagi, 39, and taking her wallet and backpack in the early hours of Saturday at a hotel in Naha, according to the Okinawa prefectural police. The suspect has denied the charges, they added. Ballard was seen entering the hotel with Yagi, who was found dead on Saturday morning,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 4Tokyo protests to Washington after the arrest of a Marine for murder and robbery in JapanJapón expresó su descontento a EE.UU. tras la detención de un militar acusado de asesinato y robo en Okinawa. Exigen cooperación total.El embajador estadounidense ofreció condolencias y apoyo en la investigación. El soldado está recluido en la base de Futenma.Clarín
POLITICSOct 2"Society wanted to kill me": Yuho Asaka, 70 years of struggle against Japanese eugenicsPORTRAIT - Née avec la maladie des os de verre dans un Japon qui stérilisait encore les « déficients », Yuho Asaka a consacré sa vie à l’émancipation des personnes handicapées. Un documentaire rend hommage à cette militante infatigable, qui a contribué à faire abolir la législation eugéniste de son pays.Le Figaro International
POLITICSOct 1Japan increases residency fees by 2000% amid "anxiety" over foreignersPrime Minister Sanae Takaichi is making it more difficult for immigrants to remain in the country. Critics argue this is harming Japan's ability to address labor shortages.Clarín
POLITICSOct 1Controversy: Japan scrutinizes popular animal cafesThe Japanese government will launch its first official investigation into this type of establishment. They seek to set rules to regulate a business that continues to grow.Clarín
POLITICSOct 1Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residencyJapan toughened on Thursday requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls. The post Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residency appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSOct 1Japan tightens rules for foreigners wanting permanent residencyJapan on Thursday toughened requirements for foreigners wanting to obtain permanent residency, as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push to tighten immigration controls. Under new rules that…Japan Today
POLITICSOct 1Japan's Sanae Takaichi announces new tightened measures for foreigners seeking permanent residencyThe measures come as the country’s conservative leader Sanae Takaichi looks to deliver on election promises, which were spearheaded by vast immigration reforms, in her historic supermajority election victory in February.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 30Japan forms first national intelligence agency , eyes its own CIAJapan has established its first national intelligence agency, aiming for a similar structure to the CIA. This marks a significant development in Japan's national security and intelligence capabilities.thehindu.com · India
POLITICSSep 29Mongolian PM visits JapanMongolia's Prime Minister Nyam-Osoryn Uchral meets with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Tuesday. The first meeting between the two leaders came as Japan seeks to…Japan Today
POLITICSSep 29Why Are China and Japan Still So Focused on the Enemy State Clause of the UN Charter ? – The DiplomatThis article from The Diplomat examines why China and Japan remain focused on the 'Enemy State Clause' of the UN Charter. The focus highlights persistent diplomatic and historical complexities between these two nations.thediplomat.com · China
POLITICSSep 29Uganda : President Museveni Calls for More Japanese Investment , Road EquipmentPresident Museveni of Uganda has called for increased Japanese investment and road equipment, signaling an effort to boost economic development and infrastructure.africa.com · South Africa
POLITICSSep 29China warns Japan over WWII history as business delegation visits BeijingChina’s top diplomat Wang Yi met Japan’s former foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya, who is leading a 50-member delegation of corporate executives, in Beijing on Monday, marking the highest-ranking Chinese official reception for a Japanese visit in nearly a year. During the talks, Wang warned that bilateral relations were facing a “severe situation” and had “yet to be normalised” ahead of next year’s 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties, according to a readout from the Chinese foreign ministry. “A...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 29Column : Beware of Japanese right - wing attempt to revive militarismA column warns against what it describes as an attempt by the Japanese right-wing to revive militarism. This is a political commentary piece raising concerns about potential national policy changes.northkoreatimes.com · North Korea