Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing to cut the food consumption tax from 8% to 1% for two years starting in April 2027, drawing criticism from party members and the IMF over high public debt risks.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Kumamoto after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake killed 38, with recovery hampered by extreme heat up to 40C, water shortages affecting over 46,000 households, and criticism of shelter conditions; a mall explosion killed two employees.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi visits earthquake-hit Kumamoto prefecture, where recovery is hindered by extreme heat, water shortages, and lack of air-conditioned shelters, nearly a week after a 7.1 magnitude quake killed 38 people.
Um terremoto de magnitude 7,1 atingiu a província de Kumamoto, no sul do Japão, resultando em cortes de energia, interrupções no transporte, ordens de evacuação e danos a edifícios. Empresas como TSMC e Sony avaliam a situação, enquanto a Agência Meteorológica do Japão alerta para réplicas e deslizamentos de terra.
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake in southern Japan kills at least 13, injures hundreds, and disrupts power and water for tens of thousands, with rescue efforts underway amidst warnings of further quakes.
La primera ministra japonesa Sanae Takaichi ha generado una intensa controversia al presumir de dormir entre 0 y 3 horas diarias, lo que ha llevado a cuestionamientos sobre su ejemplo laboral y a acusaciones de desviar la atención de su baja popularidad y un escándalo de difamación contra rivales políticos.
Japon siyasetçi Takaichi'nin az uyku ve erken toplantı alışkanlıkları, Japonya'da uzun çalışma saatleri ve "karoshi" tartışmasını alevlendirdi. Araştırmalar, 7-9 saat uykunun bilişsel performans ve beyin sağlığı için kritik olduğunu, uykusuzluğun ciddi riskler taşıdığını gösteriyor.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's approval rating is falling, with recent polls indicating public dissatisfaction. Voters are losing patience as Takaichi prioritizes conservative legislation, like flag desecration and Imperial Household Law revisions, over pressing cost-of-living issues despite a strong mandate.
Thousands protested in Tokyo against Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's plans to revise the pacifist constitution, expand military capabilities, and increase defense spending. The demonstrations, which drew 25,000 people, coincide with falling government approval ratings.
Guardas Costeiras do Japão e China se enfrentaram perto de ilhas disputadas, com ambos os lados afirmando ter afastado embarcações do outro. O incidente ocorreu nas proximidades das ilhas Senkaku/Diaoyu, administradas pelo Japão mas reivindicadas pela China.
Japan is a major investor in India, with over $48 billion in FDI this century, ranking second only to the US. However, trade between the two nations is modest ($27.5 billion in FY25-26) compared to China, highlighting economic complementarity.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi for a three-day official visit and met with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi. The leaders will hold their annual summit to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation, with a focus on government and private sector participation, including the Japan-India Economic Forum. They will also inaugurate a new Maruti Suzuki manufacturing facility.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi received a ceremonial welcome in New Delhi, where she was greeted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Takaichi is in India for a three-day visit to attend the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, aiming to deepen cooperation in various strategic sectors.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi for a three-day visit to attend the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. The visit aims to strengthen the Special Strategic and Global Partnership, focusing on economic security, supply chains, technology, defense, and investment.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi for a three-day official visit, set to meet PM Narendra Modi to discuss economic security, supply chains, and regional issues. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation between the two nations.
Japanese Defense Minister Takaichi's speech at the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Okinawa was disrupted by demonstrators chanting 'No to war!' and 'Protect Article 9!', referencing Japan's pacifist constitution clause.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi proposed to G7 leaders the coordination of critical mineral stockpiling, including rare earths, to counter China's supply chain dominance. This initiative, aimed at addressing supply chain vulnerabilities exacerbated by recent conflicts, is criticized for lacking vision and potentially increasing regional tensions and conflict.
Ucrânia lança ataque massivo de drones contra refinaria de petróleo em Moscou, enquanto Rússia responde com mísseis em Kiev. Ataques ocorrem um dia após o presidente ucraniano, Zelensky, articular apoio na cúpula do G7.
Refinaria de petróleo em Moscou é atingida por drone ucraniano, causando fumaça e queda de óleo. Kiev sofre ataque de mísseis russos. Líderes do G7 discutem novas sanções contra a Rússia e apoio à Ucrânia.
Presidente Lula encerrou sua participação no G7 na França, com reuniões bilaterais e trocas de alfinetadas com Donald Trump. O Brasil endossou apenas 3 das 8 declarações do grupo, evidenciando distanciamento.
Refinaria de petróleo em Moscou é alvo de drones ucranianos nesta quinta-feira (18), segundo ataque na semana. Kiev também sofreu ataques de mísseis russos. Líderes do G7 discutiram novas sanções contra a Rússia e apoio à Ucrânia.
Following a question about calling on G7 members to send forces to the Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump's comments are noted. The strait, crucial for global shipping, was effectively closed after US and Israeli strikes on Iran. A preliminary peace deal was reached before the G7 summit, extending a ceasefire and reopening the waterway.
Brasil negocia com EUA para reverter tarifas de importação. Diplomatas apostam em encontro entre Lula e Trump, mas reunião não é confirmada. Governo brasileiro considera medida política e ignora argumentos técnicos.
Donald Trump criticou Israel pelos bombardeios no Líbano, alegando que o país precisa se defender do Hezbollah. O presidente americano também abordou a guerra na Ucrânia e o acordo com o Irã.
