GLOBEALERT

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 44+ stories.

POLITICSAug 13Putin’s first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo - AP NewsPutin’s first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo AP NewsAP News
POLITICSAug 13Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island  chain claimed by Japan , drawing protest from TokyoPresident Putin visited a Pacific island chain claimed by Japan, prompting a protest from Tokyo. This event underscores an existing territorial dispute and international diplomatic tensions.dailyexcelsior.com · India
POLITICSAug 13Putin pays his first visit to Pacific island chain claimed by Japan , drawing a protest from TokyoPresident Putin has visited a Pacific island chain claimed by Japan for the first time, prompting an official protest from Tokyo and highlighting ongoing territorial disputes.the-messenger.com · United States
POLITICSAug 11Australia's PM Anthony Albanese under fire for 'melons' gag about Japanese leaderAsked whether he would say sorry for his "disrespectful behaviour" in parliament on Tuesday, the Australian leader said: "I reject the assertion in the question."EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 9Japan marks Nagasaki bombing anniversary as nuclear debate rattles pacificistsThe Japanese city of Nagasaki on Sunday marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing at the close of World War II with a ceremony at the Peace Park memorial. It came as Japanese Minister Sanae Takaichi ’s government has opened a debate on the country's postwar non-nuclear principles amid increasing doubts over the reliability of the US security umbrella as China flexes its military muscles in the region.France 24 [en]
MILITARYAug 4Japan sounds alarm over China’s expanding Pacific footprint, vows defence boostJapan’s latest defence white paper warns of China’s growing ability to sustain military operations farther into the western Pacific Ocean, while pledging to bolster its own monitoring systems, strike capabilities and ammunition production. Released on Tuesday, the 610-page document cautions that Beijing is strengthening its aircraft carrier force as it steadily improves its capacity to operate in more distant seas and airspace. The white paper frames China’s expanding reach as part of a broader...South China Morning Post
MILITARYBREAKINGJul 31Japan Officially Joins The Tomahawk Club , Fires U . S .- Origin Cruise Missile in Landmark Pacific TestJapan has officially joined the "Tomahawk Club" by successfully test-firing a U.S.-origin cruise missile in a landmark Pacific exercise. This event signifies a significant development in Japan's military capabilities and regional defense posture.chinatechnews.com · China
MILITARYJul 31Why Japanese stealth fighters over Australia signal a strategic pivot against ChinaJapanese F-35A stealth fighters are flying training missions over Australia for the first time in Exercise Pitch Black – part of a broader defence pivot that experts say could bolster US and allied resilience against Beijing in a Taiwan contingency. The multinational exercise, held every two years and featuring around 100 aircraft, runs from July 20 to August 7. It comes just days after Japanese, US and Australian F-35s trained together during the inaugural Southern Cross drills. Southern Cross...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 14Alcoa approves development of Australia gallium project with U.S., Japan, Australia backingAlcoa has approved the development of a gallium project in Australia, with support from the U.S., Japan, and Australia. This signals a new international business and resource development initiative.Seeking Alpha Tech
MILITARYJul 13India - Japan reaffirm commitment to free and open Indo - Pacific region at 8th Defence Policy DialogueIndia and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region during their 8th Defence Policy Dialogue. This highlights ongoing diplomatic and strategic cooperation between the two nations on regional security.aninews.in · India
WORLDJul 12Japan wartime atrocities that still haunt the Asia - PacificThis article discusses historical wartime atrocities committed by Japan and their lasting impact on the Asia-Pacific region. It focuses on the ongoing legacy of past conflicts.malawi24.com · Malawi
BUSINESSJul 7Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | Namoi Valley IndependentJapan has tripled the tax imposed on Australian tourists departing the country. This policy change impacts international tourism and trade relations.nvi.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 6Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | The Singleton ArgusJapan has significantly increased the tax for Australian tourists departing the country, which could impact travel costs and tourism flows between the two nations.singletonargus.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 6Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | Blue Mountains GazetteJapan has reportedly tripled a tax on Australian tourists departing the country. This signifies a notable change in international travel taxation policy with potential implications for tourism.bluemountainsgazette.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 6China missile test draws criticism from Australia, New Zealand, JapanCountries raise concerns after Chinese military test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific Ocean.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 3‘Will never win genuine recognition’: China on India-Japan ‘free and open Indo-Pacific’ standChina has stated that the India-Japan 'free and open Indo-Pacific' stand will 'never win genuine recognition.' This indicates a clear difference in diplomatic positions between the nations regarding regional policy.Indian Express
POLITICSJul 3Japan’s Takaichi looks to India to counter China in Indo-PacificJapan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in India this week seeking a deeper economic and security partnership, but analysts say the bigger question is how far New Delhi is prepared to align with Tokyo’s China-focused Indo-Pacific strategy. Takaichi held talks with her Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, in Delhi on Thursday, with economic security, strategic cooperation and collaboration on innovative technologies high on the agenda. Analysts suggest the overarching aim of the three-day...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 1Watch: Japan’s PM Takaichi in India: Indo-Pacific Ties in Focus | Above the Fold | 01.07.2026This episode looks at the Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s first visit to India; key rule changes that come into effect from July 1, the Delhi High Court’s ruling in BJP MP Raghav Chadha’s case, the U.S. Supreme Court’s birthright citizenship ruling, and more.The Hindu
POLITICSJun 30India and Japan to renew focus on Indo-Pacific for the first visit by Prime Minister TakaichiMs. Takaichi’s visit, that marks the 20th annual summit since India and Japan begun to meet regularly at the highest levels and is expected to set the course for ties over the next decadeThe Hindu
SCI & TECHJun 25Anthropic's latest hiring points to Australia and Japan as AI infrastructure hubs - reportSeeking Alpha Tech