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China, Japan, South Korea Strengthen Economic Ties Amid US Tariff Hikes
Amid rising US tariffs, China, Japan, and South Korea agreed on Sunday to accelerate their trilateral free trade agreement negotiations and boost supply chain cooperation, holding their first ministerial meeting in five years in Seoul to counter US unilateralism and stabilize Asia's economy.
China, Japan, South Korea Strengthen Economic Ties Amid US Tariff Hikes
Amid rising US tariffs, China, Japan, and South Korea agreed on Sunday to accelerate their trilateral free trade agreement negotiations and boost supply chain cooperation, holding their first ministerial meeting in five years in Seoul to counter US unilateralism and stabilize Asia's economy.
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Japan's Nankai Trough Megaquake: Revised Death Toll Estimate at 298,000
A revised Japanese government report estimates up to 298,000 deaths in a Nankai Trough megaquake, significantly short of the 80 percent reduction target, necessitating major revisions in evacuation strategies and infrastructure improvements, with projected economic losses reaching $1.8 trillion.
Japan's Nankai Trough Megaquake: Revised Death Toll Estimate at 298,000
A revised Japanese government report estimates up to 298,000 deaths in a Nankai Trough megaquake, significantly short of the 80 percent reduction target, necessitating major revisions in evacuation strategies and infrastructure improvements, with projected economic losses reaching $1.8 trillion.
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U.S.-Japan Military Alliance Bolstered to Deter China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's visit to Japan resulted in an upgrade of the U.S. military command to a "war-fighting headquarters" and accelerated joint military projects with Japan to deter China's growing assertiveness in the region, including plans to jointly develop and produce missiles a...
U.S.-Japan Military Alliance Bolstered to Deter China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's visit to Japan resulted in an upgrade of the U.S. military command to a "war-fighting headquarters" and accelerated joint military projects with Japan to deter China's growing assertiveness in the region, including plans to jointly develop and produce missiles a...
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Japan, U.S. to Strengthen Military Alliance Amid Regional Tensions
Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani and U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth met in Tokyo to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance amid China's military expansion and North Korea's nuclear program, planning command structure upgrades and expanded space cooperation.
Japan, U.S. to Strengthen Military Alliance Amid Regional Tensions
Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani and U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth met in Tokyo to strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance amid China's military expansion and North Korea's nuclear program, planning command structure upgrades and expanded space cooperation.
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Japan to Bar Foreigners with Expiring Visas from Buying Farmland
Starting Tuesday, Japan will bar foreigners with soon-to-expire visas from buying farmland to prevent misuse amid rising food prices and concerns over foreign ownership, with a total of 244 hectares of farmland acquired by foreign entities in the last two years.
Japan to Bar Foreigners with Expiring Visas from Buying Farmland
Starting Tuesday, Japan will bar foreigners with soon-to-expire visas from buying farmland to prevent misuse amid rising food prices and concerns over foreign ownership, with a total of 244 hectares of farmland acquired by foreign entities in the last two years.
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Japan Sweeps Snowboarding Big Air Podium at World Championships
Japan won all three medals in the snowboarding big air World Championships in St. Moritz, Switzerland, with Kokomo Murase taking gold in the women's event and Ryoma Kimata winning the men's competition; this is Japan's first such sweep since 1999.
Japan Sweeps Snowboarding Big Air Podium at World Championships
Japan won all three medals in the snowboarding big air World Championships in St. Moritz, Switzerland, with Kokomo Murase taking gold in the women's event and Ryoma Kimata winning the men's competition; this is Japan's first such sweep since 1999.
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Japan's Nankai Earthquake: 300,000 Predicted Deaths
A new government assessment estimates that a Nankai megathrust earthquake and tsunami could kill almost 300,000 people in Japan, causing \$1.66 trillion in economic losses, prompting revisions to disaster prevention and resilience plans.
Japan's Nankai Earthquake: 300,000 Predicted Deaths
A new government assessment estimates that a Nankai megathrust earthquake and tsunami could kill almost 300,000 people in Japan, causing \$1.66 trillion in economic losses, prompting revisions to disaster prevention and resilience plans.
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Sukiya Shuts Nearly All Stores After Pest Contamination Incidents
Sukiya, Japan's largest gyudon chain, temporarily closed almost all of its 2,000 locations for cleaning this week after a rat was found in miso soup in January and an insect in food on Friday, leading to a company-wide apology and investigation.
Sukiya Shuts Nearly All Stores After Pest Contamination Incidents
Sukiya, Japan's largest gyudon chain, temporarily closed almost all of its 2,000 locations for cleaning this week after a rat was found in miso soup in January and an insect in food on Friday, leading to a company-wide apology and investigation.
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East Asian Nations Deepen Trade Ties Amidst Rising US Tariffs
Facing increased US tariffs on autos (25% from April 3rd), South Korea, China, and Japan agreed to strengthen trade ties, aiming to finalize a stalled free trade agreement and enhance RCEP implementation to mitigate economic impacts.
East Asian Nations Deepen Trade Ties Amidst Rising US Tariffs
Facing increased US tariffs on autos (25% from April 3rd), South Korea, China, and Japan agreed to strengthen trade ties, aiming to finalize a stalled free trade agreement and enhance RCEP implementation to mitigate economic impacts.
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East Asian Nations Strengthen Trade Ties Amid US Tariff Hike
South Korea, China, and Japan agreed to strengthen trade ties to counter the US's upcoming 25% tariff on autos and auto parts, starting April 3rd, aiming to boost regional trade and finalize a trilateral free trade agreement stalled since 2019, despite underlying geopolitical tensions.
East Asian Nations Strengthen Trade Ties Amid US Tariff Hike
South Korea, China, and Japan agreed to strengthen trade ties to counter the US's upcoming 25% tariff on autos and auto parts, starting April 3rd, aiming to boost regional trade and finalize a trilateral free trade agreement stalled since 2019, despite underlying geopolitical tensions.
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Mt. Fuji Eruption Threat to Tokyo
Mt. Fuji, located 80 miles from Tokyo, poses a significant threat due to its potential for a major eruption releasing 17 billion cubic feet of ash, causing widespread infrastructure damage and economic disruption, as evidenced by the 1707 eruption.
Mt. Fuji Eruption Threat to Tokyo
Mt. Fuji, located 80 miles from Tokyo, poses a significant threat due to its potential for a major eruption releasing 17 billion cubic feet of ash, causing widespread infrastructure damage and economic disruption, as evidenced by the 1707 eruption.
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Sumo's Rise in War-Torn Ukraine
Amidst Russia's invasion, roughly 3,000 Ukrainian children are participating in sumo wrestling training camps in Japan, finding refuge and inspiration in the sport, which shares elements with their national dance, Hopak, and features a successful Ukrainian-born yokozuna champion.
Sumo's Rise in War-Torn Ukraine
Amidst Russia's invasion, roughly 3,000 Ukrainian children are participating in sumo wrestling training camps in Japan, finding refuge and inspiration in the sport, which shares elements with their national dance, Hopak, and features a successful Ukrainian-born yokozuna champion.
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32% Bias Score
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