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Trump Meets Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Hails Stronger U.S.–Japan Alliance
28
Oct

Trump Meets Japan’s First Female Prime Minister, Hails Stronger U.S.–Japan Alliance

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U.S. President Donald Trump met with Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, in Tokyo on Monday as part of his ongoing Asia tour, praising the new leader and reaffirming the strength of the U.S.–Japan alliance. The two leaders held bilateral talks focused on security cooperation, economic growth, and rare earths supply chains, resulting in […]

Japan’s New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Faces First Diplomatic Test With Trump Visit
24
Oct

Japan’s New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Faces First Diplomatic Test With Trump Visit

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Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to face her first major diplomatic challenge as she prepares to host U.S. President Donald Trump in Tokyo next week. Takaichi, who became Japan’s first female prime minister after being sworn in on Tuesday, takes office amid a fragile political landscape and rising regional tensions. Her […]

U.S., South Korea, Japan Launch First Trilateral Working Group Under Lee Jae Myung’s Presidency
29
Aug

U.S., South Korea, Japan Launch First Trilateral Working Group Under Lee Jae Myung’s Presidency

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South Korea, the United States, and Japan have launched their first trilateral steering committee meeting under the administration of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, signaling a strengthened regional alliance aimed at countering North Korea’s growing cyber threat. The high-level meeting, held in Tokyo, brought together representatives from the foreign ministries of all three nations. […]

South Korea, Japan Leaders to Meet Ahead of Trump Talks to Align Regional Strategy
14
Aug

South Korea, Japan Leaders to Meet Ahead of Trump Talks to Align Regional Strategy

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The leaders of South Korea and Japan are set to hold a high-level bilateral meeting this week, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s expected visit to the region. The talks are aimed at reinforcing trilateral cooperation and ensuring both countries present a united front on key regional security and diplomatic issues. South Korean President Lee […]

Hiroshima Warns Against Nuclear Weapons as City Marks 80 Years Since A-Bombing
06
Aug

Hiroshima Warns Against Nuclear Weapons as City Marks 80 Years Since A-Bombing

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Thousands gather in solemn remembrance as Hiroshima Mayor calls on global leaders to eliminate nuclear arms. Hiroshima, Japan — August 6, 2025 — On the 80th anniversary of the world’s first wartime atomic bombing, thousands of people gathered in Hiroshima to honor the victims and renew calls for a nuclear-free world. At 8:15 a.m., the […]

Japan clinches landmark $6.5 billion warship deal with Australia
05
Aug

Japan clinches landmark $6.5 billion warship deal with Australia

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In a landmark defence agreement, Australia and Japan have signed the largest defence-industrial contract in the history of their bilateral ties. The deal will see 11 state-of-the-art Mogami-class frigates built for the Royal Australian Navy in collaboration with Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). “This is the most significant defence industry partnership between Australia and Japan […]

Chinese Fighter Jets Buzz Japanese Patrol Planes Amid Dual Carrier Deployment in Pacific
12
Jun

Chinese Fighter Jets Buzz Japanese Patrol Planes Amid Dual Carrier Deployment in Pacific

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Tensions rise in East Asia as Chinese jets fly within 45 meters of Japanese aircraft during unprecedented naval drills involving two Chinese aircraft carriers. Japan has lodged a formal diplomatic protest with China after Chinese fighter jets flew unusually close to Japanese military patrol planes over the weekend, in what Tokyo is calling a dangerously […]

China, Japan, and South Korea Hold High-Level Trilateral Meeting in Tokyo
22
Mar

China, Japan, and South Korea Hold High-Level Trilateral Meeting in Tokyo

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The foreign ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea are set to meet in Tokyo today for the first trilateral discussions in 16 months, a critical gathering aimed at strengthening diplomatic and trade relations amid growing economic challenges in the region. The meeting comes as the United States continues to impose trade penalties that threaten […]

G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Canada Amid Rising Tensions Over Trump's Foreign Policy and Tariffs
13
Mar

G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Canada Amid Rising Tensions Over Trump’s Foreign Policy and Tariffs

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On Thursday, foreign ministers from major Western democracies will gather in Canada, following seven weeks of escalating tensions between U.S. allies and President Donald Trump over his disruptive approach to foreign policy regarding Ukraine and his imposition of tariffs. The Group of Seven (G7) ministers from the U.K., Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.S., […]