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Japan and North Korea Need to Start a New Chapter: Can the leaders of the two countries part ways with their respective predecessors?
thediplomat.com/2024/04/japan-and-north-korea-need-to-start-a-new-chapter/
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
The glitch in Japan's plans to bolster U.S. defense: As the United States faces security threats across the globe, its close ally Japan has committed to ...
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Aso Seeks to Build Personal Relationship with Trump, Anticipating Possible Return to White House
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Quick Glance: Taro Aso Meets Trump in New York Prior to Election
- Ahead of the November elections, former Prime Minister Taro Aso met with Donald Trump in New York as some countries were establishing connections with the ex-US president.
- Serving as the Vice President of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, Aso had a strong alliance with the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who shared a close bond with Trump.
- During the meeting, Trump also commended Japan's increased defense expenditures.
- The meeting on Tuesday occurred following Trump's involvement in a hearing related to alleged hush money payments to a porn star before the 2016 presidential election.
Japan and North Korea Need to Start a New Chapter: Can the leaders of the two countries part ways with their respective predecessors?
thediplomat.com/2024/04/japan-and-north-korea-need-to-start-a-new-chapter/
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
At White House, Japanese prime minister will trumpet strength of U.S. alliance: Fumio Kishida told The Post his visit would underline the importance and strength ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/09/japanese-prime-minister-visit-biden-kishida/
Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission
- The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.
- They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.
- An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.
- The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift
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Quick Glance: Kishida's Promise of 250 Cherry Trees as Gift to Washington
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced a plan to donate 250 cherry trees to the U.S. capital to celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
- The announcement was met with cheers and applause from U.S. lawmakers, highlighting the close ties between the United States and Japan.
- The relationship between the U.S. and Japan, which spiraled into a catastrophic war between 1941 and 1945, has evolved into a strong alliance, with Kishida being only the second Japanese prime minister to address the U.S. Congress.
- The donation of cherry trees from Japan in 1912 has become a beloved annual event in Washington, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.
In exchange for a lunar rover, Japan will get seats on Moon-landing missions: Japan is making a significant commitment to the US-led Artemis program.
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/japan-will-be-first-among-nasas-partners-to-have-an-astronaut-on-the-moon/
Tokyo is taking historic steps toward acquiring long-range missiles capable of conducting counterstrikes against potential threats from China or North Korea ... Show more
Kishida: Japan ready to step up as U.S. 'global partner' at Biden summit - Nikkei Asia
Kishida: Japan ready to step up as U.S. 'global partner' at Biden summit - Nikkei Asia
Japan's Fumio Kashida stresses Ukraine aid, US world role in speech to Congress: "You are not alone. We are with you," the prime minister said.
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
At state dinner for Japan, blossoms and bonhomie on the menu: White House guests included actor Robert De Niro, former figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi ...
washingtonpost.com/style/2024/04/10/state-dinner-japan-biden-kishida-guests/
Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Japanese astronaut to be first non-American to set foot on Moon: WASHINGTON: A lucky Japanese astronaut will become the first non-American to set foot on the ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/japanese-astronaut-non-american-first-moon-4257231
The blooms on the 3,000 cherry trees Japan gave to the United States more than a century ago have become a quintessential marker of spring in the nation’s ... Show more
Japan to gift 250 new cherry blossom trees to plant at Tidal Basin - The Washington Post
Japan to gift 250 new cherry blossom trees to plant at Tidal Basin - The Washington Post
Kin of Japanese abducted by N. Korea ask US envoy for assistance - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Families of Japanese nationals abducted by North Korea in the ...
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240418/p2g/00m/0na/049000c
Kishida, U.S. envoy to U.N. vow continued cooperation over N Korea: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations agreed ...
japantoday.com/category/politics/japan-pm-u.s.-envoy-to-u.n.-vow-continued-cooperation-over-n.-korea
How Likely Is a Japan-North Korea Summit?: Unless Japan can truly offer progress on Pyongyang’s vital concerns, a bilateral summit is unlikely to materialize.
thediplomat.com/2024/04/how-likely-is-a-japan-north-korea-summit/
China summons Japanese, Philippine diplomats over negative comments: China summoned Japanese and Philippine diplomats on Friday to express dissatisfaction over ...
japantoday.com/category/politics/china-summons-japanese-philippine-diplomats-over-negative-comments
Russia tells Japanese envoy it views deeper U.S.-Japanese military ties as a threat
japantoday.com/category/politics/russia-tells-japanese-envoy-it-views-deeper-us-japanese-military-ties-as-a-threat
Editorial: Kishida-Biden summit shows Japan's diplomatic strategy in doubtEditorial: Kishida-Biden summit shows Japan's diplomatic strategy in doubt - The Mainichi
Japan tees up Shinzo Abe's ex-interpreter to help chart course with Trump: Sunao Takao was the loyal interpreter at Shinzo Abe's side, helping Japan's ...
reuters.com/world/japan-tees-up-abes-ex-interpreter-help-chart-course-with-trump-2024-03-26/
Former U.S. Pacific Command Head Touts Alliance;Harrs Sees Chian, World Through ‘Dark Lens’
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/world/us-canada/20240413-180278/
WATCH LIVE: White House holds news briefing as Biden meets with leaders of Japan and Philippines
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China summons Japanese, Philippine diplomats over negative comments: 'We strongly deplore and strongly oppose the remarks,' says China's foreign ...
rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/china-summons-japanese-philippine-diplomats-negative-comments/
No, Japan Will Not Defend Taiwan: Whatever the Kishida administration might want, there are still strong domestic constraints to the country taking part in any ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/no-japan-will-not-defend-taiwan/
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Jail for man who commented on Shinzo Abe’s shooting, asked for someone to ‘do the same’ to PM Lee
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No, Japan Will Not Defend Taiwan: Whatever the Kishida administration might want, there are still strong domestic constraints to the country taking part in any ...
thediplomat.com/2024/03/no-japan-will-not-defend-taiwan/
Paid articlePaid Japan, China hold 'expert dialogue' over Fukushima water releases: Japan and China held an "expert dialogue" on Saturday over the release of ...
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Foreign visitors to Japan top 3 million in March, single-month record - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240417/p2g/00m/0na/044000c
Quick Glance: Record: 3 Million Foreign Visitors to Japan in March
- In March, the number of foreign visitors to Japan exceeded 3 million for the first time, a 69.5 percent increase from the previous year, driven by tourists attracted to cherry blossoms and Easter holidaymakers.
- Spending by overseas travelers in the country reached a record of 1.75 trillion yen for the January-March quarter, the highest ever for a three-month period.
- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida presided over a meeting of a ministerial council established to promote Japan as a tourism-oriented country, expressing expectations of reaching record highs in both arrivals and spending in 2024.
- The largest number of travelers came from South Korea, followed by Taiwan, with the increase coinciding with the Easter holiday and Japan continuing to work towards attracting an annual 60 million foreign visitors by 2030.
Ukrainian parliament passes controversial conscription law: The latest updates on the war in Ukraine.
euronews.com/2024/04/11/japanese-pm-to-address-congress-amid-stalled-us-support
US Steel shareholders approve takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel opposed by Biden administration
apnews.com/article/us-nippon-steel-takeover-aa6075aabe046f86350f7df4e009cde6
Trudeau says foreign states tried "to interfere," but elections "were decided by Canadians"
axios.com/2024/04/11/china-election-interference-canada-justin-trudeau
Biden and Kishida discuss Taiwan Strait: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
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Photos: Japanese Prime Minister Kishida visits Raleigh: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was honored during a luncheon with Gov. Roy Cooper at Executive ...
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Hagerty: Prime Minister Fumio Kishida Will ‘Receive Bipartisan Support’ from U.S. Congress During Speech
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/defense-security/20240411-179885/
PH, US, Japan coast guards to hold exercises, patrol in Indo-Pacific : After the historic trilateral summit, President Biden, President Marcos ...
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LIVE: US Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Blinken host a luncheon for Japanese prime minister
Vice President Kamala and Secretary of State Antony ... Show more
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Opinion | A New Era of U.S.-Japan Relations: Tokyo is revamping its defense, placing itself at the center of Washington’s regional alliance strategy.
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Fumio Kishida, Japan’s Prime Minister, Attends Political Ethics Council
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Biden To Announce Game-Changing Alliance Shake-Up: President aims to agree strategy with Japan to address threat posed by China and its military maneuvers in the ...
newsweek.com/japan-mutual-defense-treaty-biden-kishida-1883493
Kidnapped Japanese in North Korea: What Pyongyang doesn't want to talk about: Decades ago, several Japanese people were kidnapped to North Korea ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Kim Jong Un Receives Car Gift from Putin
- Kim Jong Un receives car gift from Putin during meeting in Russia.
- Gift may violate UN ban agreed upon by Russia.
- Both countries strengthen ties amid international isolation.
- South Korea monitors cooperation and urges compliance with UN resolutions.
Kishida Bets on Other Party Factions Disbanding; Disagreements with Aso, Motegi Could Causes Rifts
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240120-163461/
Quick Glance: Largest Faction in Japan's Ruling Party to Dissolve
- The largest faction in Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has decided to disband, following a political funds scandal that has deepened public distrust in politics.
- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has pledged to dissolve the party's fourth-biggest faction that he led until December, and former LDP Secretary General Toshihiro Nikai expressed an intention to disband his fifth-largest group.
- Some LDP members praise the moves as bold reforms, while Kishida has stated that the dissolution of the faction he headed is aimed at restoring public trust.
- The faction, founded in 1979 by the late former Prime Minister Takeo Fukuda, has played a crucial role in decision-making processes within the party and has produced four premiers in the last two decades.
Key Abe Faction Members Spared Indictment, For Now; Citizens Panel Could Yet Force Indictment in Funds
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240128-165118/
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida Orders Emergency Response to Ishikawa Earthquake, Tsunami japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/xxx/20240101-159103/
Sources: Diet member arrested while destroying evidenceSources: Diet member arrested while destroying evidence | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Multiple deaths in Japan after New Year's Day earthquake - UPI.com: A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake rocked western Japan on Monday, killing at least six ...
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Quick Glance: Japan Quake: Race Against Time to Save Survivors
- The strong earthquake struck the Noto peninsula in central Japan.
- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida stated the urgency of rescuing survivors.
- Over 57,000 people had to be evacuated, according to the government.
- Tsunami advisories along the Sea of Japan were all lifted.
Editorial: Japan PM shows no sign of drastic reform to end 'politics and money' corruption - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240106/p2a/00m/0op/011000c
Japan prosecutors make first arrest in political fundraising scandal : Japanese prosecutors have made their first arrest in connection with a major political ...
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Quick Glance: Unveiling the First Case in Japanese Political Fundraising Scandal
- Japan’s Lower House member Yoshitaka Ikeda was apprehended on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024 by the Tokyo District Public Prosecutors Office due to suspicion of unreported fundraising proceeds from his faction within the governing Liberal Democratic Party.
- It marks the initial arrest by Japanese prosecutors in connection with a significant political fundraising scandal that has shaken Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s administration.
- Ikeda’s faction, previously led by the late former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was assassinated in 2022, has remained the most prominent and influential within Kishida’s ruling party.
- Reports indicate that the former vice-minister was accused of failing to declare over 40 million yen (about $276,500) received from the faction as kickback from the sale of political event tickets, violating the political funds control law.
Ex-Ministers Questioned Again by Prosecutors over Hidden Funds in Japan: Several senior members of the Liberal Democratic Party’s Abe faction — known as Seiwa ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/crime-courts/20240110-161121/
False Information About Noto Peninsula Earthquakes Goes Viral on Social Media Across Japan
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/noto-peninsula-earthquake/20240103-159605/
Japan PM Kishida vows to swiftly assess aircraft collision incident - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240102/p2g/00m/0na/030000c
First tsunami waves hit Japan after major quake: weather agency: Waves as high as 1.2 meters (four feet) hit Wajima port in Ishikawa prefecture at 4:21 pm (0721 ...
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/01/01/first-tsunami-waves-hit-japan-after-major-quake-weather-agency.html
Quick Glance: Japan Coast Evacuation Following Tsunami Alert
- Tsunami alert for Noto area in Ishikawa with waves up to 5m
- Downgraded to tsunami warning, waves could reach 3m
- Similar alerts for Niigata and Toyama prefectures
- Central Japan hit by 21 earthquakes of 4.0 magnitude in 90 minutes
Japan shaken by 7.6 magnitude quake, viral videos show nationwide panic. WATCH: Japan shaken by 7.6 magnitude quake, viral videos show nationwide panic. WATCH
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Biden to host Japanese PM for official state visit in April: President Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida ...
cnn.com/2024/01/25/politics/biden-japanese-prime-minister-state-visit/
Nishimura Voluntarily Questioned by Prosecutors; 6th Key Member of Abe Faction Questioned over Political Funds
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/crime-courts/20231230-158791/
Japanese lawmaker Ikeda indicted over ruling party slush fund scandal - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240126/p2g/00m/0na/082000c
Party bosses fall in Japan's worst political corruption scandal in decades: Japan's governing Liberal Democratic Party replaced two of its top executives as part ...
npr.org/2023/12/22/1221230635/japan-alleged-political-corruption-ldp-slush-fund
Hidden Funds: Consequences of a Corrupt Practice / Abe Faction Lawmakers Relied on ‘Funds Without Receipts’
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/political-series/20240121-163625/
Japan bolsters security ties with neighbors at summit amid tensions with China: Leaders from Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations adopted a joint ...
npr.org/2023/12/17/1219884122/japan-bolsters-security-ties-with-neighbours-summit-amid-tensions-china
Quick Glance: Japan-ASEAN Summit: Strengthening Security Ties
- Adoption of a joint vision for security and economic cooperation
- Celebration of the 50th anniversary of official Japan-ASEAN ties
- Call for partnership and cooperation for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific
- Necessity of increased security and defense cooperation in response to China's growing assertiveness
Editorial: Replacing officials won't dispel Japanese public's distrust in Kishida gov't - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20231215/p2a/00m/0op/022000c
Prosecutors: Mishandling of Political Funds ‘Intentional and Harmful’; No Evidence for Involvement of Faction Execs
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240120-163332/
Charges loom for ex-accounting officials at Nikai, Kishida factionsCharges loom for ex-accounting officials at Nikai, Kishida factions | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Unreported Fund Scandal Reveals Dark Side of Japan Factions; Excess Funds Said Returned to Members Since Mid-1990s
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/political-series/20231220-156896/
Prosecutors search offices of two LDP factions mired in funds scandal: Prosecutors on Tuesday searched the offices of two major ruling Liberal Democratic Party ...
japantoday.com/category/crime/update2-prosecutors-search-offices-of-ldp-factions-mired-in-funds-scandal
Singapore, Japan to pursue deeper ties in digital and green sectors, starting with maritime shipping
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/singapore-japan-to-pursue-deeper-ties-in-digital-and-green-sectors-starting-with-maritime-shipping
Abe Faction Executives Say Decision on Kickbacks Handled by Group’s Leader: Several executives of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s Abe faction have denied ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20240115-162257/
Japan Lawmakers Secretly Pooled Excess Money from Ticket Sales: People affiliated with lawmakers of the Liberal Democratic Party’s Abe faction have told the ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20231221-157121/
Ex-Japan top government spokesman asked to submit to voluntary questioning: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's prosecutors have asked former top government spokesman ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Society/Ex-Japan-top-government-spokesman-asked-to-submit-to-voluntary-questioning
Replacement of Cabinet Ministers from Abe Faction : Ensure Utmost Transparency of Political Funds / LDP’s Ability to Self-Regulate Put to the Test
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/editorial/yomiuri-editorial/20231215-155902/
Photos show melted remains of jet that caught on fire at Tokyo airport as air traffic control tapes reveal mix-up
nypost.com/2024/01/03/news/photos-show-melted-remains-of-crashed-jet-in-tokyo/
Quick Glance: Tragic Plane Collision in Japan
- A rescue plane from the Japan Coast Guard collided with a passenger jet at Haneda Airport while on its third emergency mission within 24 hours.
- Five out of six Coast Guard crew members perished in the accident, but all 379 individuals aboard the passenger plane survived.
- The surviving pilot of the Coast Guard is under scrutiny after transcripts indicated he was instructed to enter a holding area near the runway before the collision occurred.
- The Coast Guard rescue plane had already completed two round trips from Haneda to the earthquake zone before the collision took place.
Japan prosecutors to build cases against 2 Abe faction lawmakers over LDP funds scandal - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20240106/p2a/00m/0na/004000c
Japan thanks Taiwan for earthquake donation pledge - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, Jan. 5 (CNA) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has expressed gratitude for the ...
focustaiwan.tw/politics/202401050010
Japan PM Kishida to Fire Ministers Over LDP Political Scandal Over Funds: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is struggling to rein in the widest financial ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-13/japan-s-kishida-faces-biggest-political-scandal-in-three-decades
Korea submits revised report to UN on Japan's wartime forced labor : Korea's foreign ministry said Tuesday that it has submitted a revised report to the U.N ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2023/12/120_364978.html
Japan-China Summit Shows Two Nations Remain Far Apart on Improving Ties: SAN FRANCISCO — There has been scant progress made regarding pending issues between ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20231118-150393/
Quick Glance: The Power and Limits of Xi Jinping
- Xi may have more power than any Chinese leader since Mao Zedong, but he can't fully implement his policy preferences.
- It's recognized that Xi Jinping is the most powerful leader in China since Mao Zedong.
- Xi is the most powerful Chinese leader since Mao and not constrained by the party norms and institutions of the post-Mao era.
- Xi recognized the bureaucracy problems and addressed these through the anti-corruption campaign, but still relies on the bureaucracy for policy implementation.
LDP's top faction withdrew decision to abolish kickbacks: A special squad suspects that senior faction officials knew of the apparent mechanism of the kickbacks ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/12/25/japan/politics/abe-faction-failed-to-withdraw-kickbacks/
Body reassures over ties with Japan: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2023/12/22/2003810993
Quick Glance: China Suspends Tariff Cuts for Taiwan
- China's decision to suspend its tariff reductions on select imports from Taiwan hinders exchanges between the two sides and impacts Taiwanese industries.
- KMT presidential candidate Hou calls for a resolution under the ECFA to ease the impact on relevant Taiwanese industries.
- China warned of possible trade restrictions, which the Taiwanese government ignored.
- KMT vice presidential candidate Jaw says Taiwan stands a better chance of securing favorable trade deals under the ECFA rather than via the WTO.
Kishida Unveils Plan for New Organization to Reform LDP, as Scandal Wears on Public’s Trust
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20231226-158027/
News in Pictures / Political Fundraising Scandal Batters Kishida Administration: Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s administration has been deeply shaken by the ...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/politics/politics-government/20231226-157974/
Japan pledges $4.5B more in aid for Ukraine, including $1B in humanitarian funds: Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has pledged $4.5 billion to Ukraine ...
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/japan-pledges-45b-aid-ukraine-including-1b-humanitarian-105455306
Quick Glance: Japan Commits $4.5B Aid for Ukraine
- Japan pledged $4.5B, including $1B in humanitarian aid.
- The $1B aid includes funding for generators and mine clearing.
- The remaining $3.5B includes credit guarantees for World Bank loans.
- Japan is discussing easing weapons export restrictions to provide equipment for Ukraine.
Lawyer warned LDP's Abe faction in 2022 accounting practice was possibly illegal: source - The Mainichi
mainichi.jp/english/articles/20231223/p2a/00m/0na/009000c
Japan PM Kishida quiet as prosecutors check alleged unreported income by 5 LDP factions - The Mainichi
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