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POLITICSAug 24Japanese lawmakers travel to Beijing, seeking to mend ties after Takaichi's Taiwan remark falloutA cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers, including one from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's governing party, headed to Beijing on Monday to meet with Chinese officials for the first…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 24Japan vows support for U.S.-sanctioned ICC head amid criticism of responseThe Japanese government on Monday said it intends to provide any necessary support to International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane after she was sanctioned by the United States,…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 24 War criminals shrine : China replacement name for Yasukuni sharpens rhetoric against Japan – Asia News NetworkChina's use of a replacement name for the Yasukuni Shrine is intensifying rhetoric against Japan, focusing on a historical dispute. This indicates rising diplomatic tensions between the two nations over historical memory.asianews.network · China
POLITICSAug 23Japan and Geopolitics : China and the Russian Federation – Modern Tokyo TimesThis article discusses the geopolitical relationship between Japan, China, and the Russian Federation. It explores the complex international dynamics involving these major global powers.moderntokyotimes.com · Japan
POLITICSAug 22Commentary : Trump South Korea defence flip reminds Japan it has no Plan BThis commentary suggests that a shift in Trump's defense policy regarding South Korea highlights Japan's lack of an alternative security strategy. This implies potential instability in regional alliances and defense planning.channelnewsasia.com · United States
POLITICSAug 22Türkiye Communications Directorate hosts STRATCOM events in JapanTürkiye's Communications Directorate is hosting STRATCOM events in Japan. This indicates diplomatic and strategic communication efforts between the two countries.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSAug 22Japan’s leader Takaichi explains why she spends long hours in seclusion at her official residenceTOKYO (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who is increasingly seen secluding herself at home, said on Saturday that...wtop · united states of america
POLITICSAug 22Japan’s crown prince honours settlers who built Paraguay tiesJapan’s Crown Prince Fumihito and his wife Crown Princess Kiko attended a ceremony on Friday marking 90 years of Japanese immigration to Paraguay, with the prince praising in a speech the contributions made by the immigrants and their descendants to the South American country. In an address at the event near the Paraguayan capital Asuncion, the crown prince, the younger brother of Emperor Naruhito, touched on how the immigrants overcame hardships and have taken root in Paraguay. Around 650...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 21India - Japan Joint Press StatementIndia and Japan have released a joint press statement, indicating cooperation and shared diplomatic positions between the two nations. This typically outlines outcomes of bilateral discussions or agreements.globalsecurity.org · Syria
POLITICSAug 21Japan lawmakers to visit China in bid to cool row, but thaw unlikely: expertsA reported trip to China next week by a cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers could carry “pronounced” symbolic weight but is unlikely to herald a thaw in ties between the two neighbours, Chinese experts suggest. For the first time since bilateral relations succumbed to a bitter chill 10 months ago, a delegation of Japan’s parliamentary members will visit Beijing from August 24 to 27, according to reports by multiple Japanese outlets on Wednesday. Those legislators – including some from the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 21Japan faces ‘nightmare scenario’ as it struggles to defend ICC judgeJapan has spent years casting the International Criminal Court as a pillar of the rules-based order. This week, its closest ally sanctioned the Japanese judge who leads it. The move has left Tokyo in an uncomfortable bind: defend Tomoko Akane, the Japanese president of The Hague-based court, and risk antagonising US leader Donald Trump, or temper its criticism and appear weak in the face of an attack on an institution central to Japan’s rule-of-law diplomacy. Washington’s sanctions, announced on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 20Close alignment on India MAHASAGAR , Japan FOIP more important than ever before : Rajnath Singhindiagazette.com · India
POLITICSAug 19Tokyo opposes US sanctions on Japanese ICC chief AkaneTokyo has expressed opposition to US sanctions imposed on Japanese ICC chief Akane. This indicates a diplomatic disagreement between the two nations regarding international justice.justiceinfo.net · Syria
POLITICSAug 19US Artificially Imposed Kuril Islands Issue on Japan Russian MFA Spoxsputnikglobe.com
POLITICSAug 19Japan Today Spotlight #81 | Putin's disputed island visit: Japan’s unfriendly neighborsRussian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Etorofu — Iturup to Russia — has reignited one of Japan’s longest-running territorial disputes at a particularly sensitive time. The visit came…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 19Japan says U.S. sanctions on ICC, President Akane 'very unfortunate'Japan's foreign ‌ministry said on Wednesday that U.S. sanctions on the ‌International Criminal ⁠Court and ⁠its ⁠president, Judge Tomoko ‌Akane, were "very unfortunate." In ⁠a statement, ⁠the ministry…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 19Japan says U.S. sanctions on ICC, President Akane 'very unfortunate'Japan's foreign ‌ministry said on Wednesday that U.S. sanctions on the ‌International Criminal ⁠Court and ⁠its ⁠president, Judge Tomoko ‌Akane, were "very unfortunate." In ⁠a statement, ⁠the ministry…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 19Will Putin’s Kuril Islands visit push Japan closer to Ukraine?Japan is weighing how far to push back after Russian President Vladimir Putin visited a disputed island last week, as analysts debate whether tougher measures would have much impact on Moscow. Some observers urged Japan to recall its ambassador, impose additional sanctions and deepen cooperation with Ukraine to show it would not be “bullied”, while others said Tokyo had little economic leverage left given already weak bilateral ties and its reliance on Russian natural gas. Putin made his...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 19 Consensus is forming between two countries and their respective states : MEA on UP - Japan investment meet 2026The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) noted a growing consensus between two countries and their states regarding the UP-Japan investment meet scheduled for 2026. This indicates progress in international economic cooperation and diplomatic efforts.newzealandstar.com · New Zealand
POLITICSAug 18Japan and OAS award Haiti $3M to help troubled country prepare for long - awaited electionsJapan and the Organization of American States (OAS) have awarded Haiti $3 million to assist the country in preparing for its long-awaited elections. This aid aims to support electoral processes in a nation facing significant challenges.clickorlando.com · United States
POLITICSAug 18Japan and OAS grant Haiti $3 mil to help troubled country prepare for long-awaited electionsJapan and the Organization of American States signed a deal Tuesday to award Haiti a $3 million grant to help it register voters as the troubled country prepares…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 18Russia protests Japan PM’s comments after Putin’s Kuril visitRussia summons Japan's ambassador to Moscow over Prime Minister Sanae ⁠Takaichi's 'anti-Russian' remarks.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 18Russia protests to Japanese ambassador over Takaichi anti - Russian remarksRussia has lodged a protest with the Japanese ambassador regarding "anti-Russian" remarks made by Takaichi. This signifies a diplomatic disagreement between the two nations.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
POLITICSAug 18Missiles but no melons : Canberra hosts Japan ministerCanberra is hosting a Japanese minister, with discussions centered on missile-related issues.dungogchronicle.com.au · Australia