Japan's Ministry of Defense aims to develop submarine-launched hypersonic missiles and long-range strike drones by 2027. The initiative, part of a record budget request, focuses on enhancing retaliatory strike capabilities and integrating AI into command operations.
The Asian Games are set to begin in Nagoya, Japan, on September 19, hosting 15,000 athletes and officials. The event features diverse housing, including a cruise ship, and will showcase young talents like Alexandra Eala, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and Yu Zidi.
BorderPlus plans to send 50,000 Indian caregivers to Japan over the next five years to address labor shortages caused by an aging population. The program focuses on geriatric care, combining Japanese language instruction with medical and cultural training.
Japan is considering diplomatic and economic responses after Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the disputed Northern Territories. Analysts warn that Tokyo's reliance on Russian gas and existing sanctions limit its available leverage against Moscow.
Russia protested to Japan's ambassador over PM Sanae Takaichi's criticism of Vladimir Putin's visit to the disputed Kuril Islands. Takaichi called the visit 'unacceptable,' while Moscow accused Tokyo of crossing the line of decency and pursuing a militaristic path.
Government bond yields in major economies reached multi-year highs on Tuesday as the US-Iran ceasefire collapsed, oil prices climbed above $91, and concerns over rising fiscal deficits and defense spending intensified.
Russia summoned Japanese Ambassador Akira Muto to protest Tokyo's objection to President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Island of Iturup. Moscow reaffirmed its sovereignty over the islands, citing historical sacrifices and international law.
Die Kurse 30-jähriger Staatsanleihen sind weltweit eingebrochen, was die Renditen auf Dekaden-Höchststände trieb. US-Anleihen erreichten 5,33 Prozent, deutsche Bundesanleihen stiegen auf 3,78 Prozent – jeweils die höchsten Werte seit 2007 beziehungsweise 2011.
The Russian Foreign Ministry summoned Japanese Ambassador Akira Muto to assert that sovereignty over the Southern Kuril Islands is beyond doubt, citing World War II agreements and the UN Charter as the legal basis for Russian control.
Japan's ambassador to Moscow, Akira Muto, was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry following Japanese protests over President Vladimir Putin's visit to Iturup Island.
Japanese Ambassador Akira Muto was summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry to face a strong protest over Tokyo's anti-Russian statements regarding President Vladimir Putin's visit to Iturup Island.
Prefectural government confirms reports of fake SDF personnel attempting to enter properties in earthquake-affected areas following a 7.1 magnitude quake.
Liechtenstein has amended its royal succession rules to absolute primogeniture, allowing first-born children regardless of sex to inherit the throne, following an announcement on its national day.
The Russian Foreign Ministry summoned Japanese Ambassador Akira Muto to declare any attempts to dispute Russian sovereignty over the southern Kuril Islands unacceptable and illegitimate.
Japanese Ambassador to Moscow Akira Muto arrived at the Russian Foreign Ministry following Tokyo's protest over President Vladimir Putin's visit to the Kuril Island of Iturup.
Australian and Japanese defence ministers side-stepped questions on Donald Trump's plan to scale back US drills with South Korea during Canberra talks focused on deepening military ties and regional security threats.
Streamer Ice Poseidon was barred from a Pokémon store in Japan by a security guard with his photo, but later entered disguised and purchased Pokémon cards, with the reason for the initial ban unconfirmed.
China's commercial property market saw a 103% increase in transaction volumes to $28 billion in the first half of 2026, outpacing Japan, but the growth is largely driven by domestic buyers and disposals by overseas investors, contrasting with Japan's more solid market foundations.
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Japanese automakers Toyota, Honda, and Nissan face potential vulnerabilities from a stronger yen following government currency intervention and rising supply chain costs driven by the Middle East conflict.
Startup JetZero presented its Z4 blended-wing-body aircraft project at the Farnborough International Airshow, with Japan Airlines joining to provide operational input ahead of a planned 2027 prototype flight.
Japanese official Koizumi will embark on a three-day trip to Australia and India to discuss defense cooperation and potential equipment exports.
Die japanische Wirtschaft ist im Frühjahr schwächer gewachsen als von Analysten prognostiziert. Das annualisierte BIP legte zwischen April und Juni um 1,1 Prozent zu. Belastet wurde die Entwicklung vor allem durch stagnierenden privaten Konsum und sinkende Unternehmensinvestitionen.
Japan's economy grew at an annualized 1.1% in the second quarter, missing expectations of 2% as soft domestic demand and higher energy prices from the Iran war weighed on growth, despite strong exports.
