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Japanese brewer Sapporo Breweries is strengthening its international growth strategy through a major investment in Southeast Asia, agreeing to acquire a 25% stake in a new regional joint venture led by Danish brewing company Carlsberg. The transaction, valued at approximately $643 million, reflects......
The Japanese yen posted a sharp rally against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, briefly climbing nearly 1% before giving back part of its gains, as traders reacted to growing speculation that Japanese authorities could be preparing to intervene in the foreign exchange market. The sudden move came while the......
China has announced new and tightened export restrictions targeting 40 Japanese companies, in a move that Beijing says is aimed at preventing the “remilitarization” of Japan amid growing political and security tensions between the two countries. According to a statement released by China’s......
South Korea and Japan have reaffirmed their shared commitment to the complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, emphasizing the importance of strengthening bilateral and trilateral cooperation to preserve peace and stability in Northeast Asia. The pledge came during a meeting in Seoul between......
South Korea and Japan have reaffirmed their shared commitment to the denuclearisation of the Korean Peninsula while advancing bilateral defence cooperation, marking another step in the gradual normalisation of security relations between the two East Asian neighbours. The agreement was reached during......
Japan is facing severe weather conditions as two tropical storms approach the archipelago, prompting widespread evacuation advisories, transportation disruptions, and emergency response measures. Authorities have urged more than one million residents to leave vulnerable areas amid growing concerns over......
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has approved a bill aimed at creating a second capital city that could serve as an alternative center of government in the event of a major crisis. The proposed plan seeks to develop a large urban area capable of taking over essential government operations......
Japan is preparing to thoroughly revise its visa pricing policy. The Japanese government has announced a significant increase in issuance fees for foreign travelers, amid rising inflationary pressures and the prolonged depreciation of the yen. Starting July 1, the fees for single-entry visas will rise......
A Japanese-owned oil tanker has safely passed through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and exited the Gulf, providing reassurance amid ongoing concerns over maritime security in one of the world's most critical energy transit routes. Japanese authorities confirmed that the vessel, carrying......
Japan is preparing to send a delegation to Greenland later this year to explore the island’s potential for rare earth mineral extraction, reflecting growing international interest in securing access to critical resources essential for modern industries and emerging technologies. The planned mission......
Onitsuka Tiger, the iconic Japanese sneaker brand owned by Asics, is preparing for a global expansion as it seeks to strengthen its position in the international fashion and lifestyle market. Known for its distinctive yellow-and-black designs and strong cultural associations, the brand has gained global......
A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao in the southern Philippines on Monday morning, killing at least 37 people and injuring hundreds, as emergency crews continued searching for survivors on Tuesday. Authorities reported widespread destruction across several provinces,......
Japan is considering a major modernization of its nuclear energy sector, with plans to replace a significant number of aging reactors over the coming decades. The initiative reflects the country’s efforts to secure long-term electricity supplies, strengthen energy independence, and support economic......
