Thursday 02 - 08:30
Monday 29 June 2026 - 10:39
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 Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back......
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 talks held in Seoul between South Korean......
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 flooding and landslides. Although Tropical......
Japan is accelerating its efforts to integrate advanced artificial intelligence technologies into the financial sector, as policymakers and major institutions seek to enhance efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity, and support innovation in banking and investment services. Recent discussions between Japanese financial authorities and representatives......
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 if Tokyo becomes unable to function......
Japan has announced a significant increase in visa fees for foreign nationals, marking the first adjustment in nearly 48 years as the country responds to rising administrative and operational costs. According to local reports and official statements, the new policy will take effect from July 1 and will apply to all visa applications submitted......
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 from 3,000 to 15,000 yen, representing......
Japan is preparing an ambitious long-term investment strategy aimed at reinforcing its economic competitiveness and technological leadership over the coming decades. According to reports, the government intends to mobilize approximately $2.3 trillion in combined public and private investment by 2040 across a range of strategic sectors considered......
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 Japanese crew members, completed......
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has been discharged from hospital after undergoing treatment for an infected liver cyst, according to a statement released by the central bank. The announcement brings reassurance to financial markets and policymakers as Japan navigates a crucial period in its monetary policy transition. The 74-year-old governor......
Japan’s competition watchdog has launched a major investigation into what it suspects could be a coordinated price-fixing scheme among some of the country’s largest ice cream manufacturers, raising concerns about anti-competitive practices in a booming consumer market. The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) conducted raids on......
SoftBank Group has introduced a new cybersecurity product designed to strengthen digital defenses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats powered by artificial intelligence. The initiative marks a major step in the company’s expansion into AI-driven security solutions. The new service, called “Patching as a Service,”......
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 is expected to bring together representatives......
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
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