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Vietnam Abolishes Two-Child Policy Amid Declining Birth Rates
Vietnam has abolished its two-child policy due to declining birth rates, which fell from 2.11 children per woman in 2021 to 1.91 in 2024, aiming to address the challenges of an aging population and shrinking workforce; this follows similar trends in other Asian countries.
Vietnam Abolishes Two-Child Policy Amid Declining Birth Rates
Vietnam has abolished its two-child policy due to declining birth rates, which fell from 2.11 children per woman in 2021 to 1.91 in 2024, aiming to address the challenges of an aging population and shrinking workforce; this follows similar trends in other Asian countries.
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Japan's Birthrate Plunges to Record Low, Raising Economic and Security Concerns
In 2024, Japan's annual births hit a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% drop from 2023, falling below 700,000 for the first time since 1899, 15 years sooner than government projections; the fertility rate plunged to 1.15.
Japan's Birthrate Plunges to Record Low, Raising Economic and Security Concerns
In 2024, Japan's annual births hit a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% drop from 2023, falling below 700,000 for the first time since 1899, 15 years sooner than government projections; the fertility rate plunged to 1.15.
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Japan's Richest 2025: Wealth Up Despite Tariff Concerns
Despite a lowered economic growth forecast to 0.5% due to U.S. tariff concerns, the collective wealth of Japan's 37 richest individuals rose 14% to $228 billion by May 9, 2025, thanks to a stronger yen; Tadashi Yanai's fortune reached $48.2 billion.
Japan's Richest 2025: Wealth Up Despite Tariff Concerns
Despite a lowered economic growth forecast to 0.5% due to U.S. tariff concerns, the collective wealth of Japan's 37 richest individuals rose 14% to $228 billion by May 9, 2025, thanks to a stronger yen; Tadashi Yanai's fortune reached $48.2 billion.
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Tokyo Assembly Election to Determine Ishiba's Fate
The upcoming June 22nd Tokyo metropolitan assembly election is a crucial test for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, whose declining popularity due to economic policy missteps and handling of rice prices could lead to his resignation if the ruling LDP performs poorly; the election has historically influ...
Tokyo Assembly Election to Determine Ishiba's Fate
The upcoming June 22nd Tokyo metropolitan assembly election is a crucial test for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, whose declining popularity due to economic policy missteps and handling of rice prices could lead to his resignation if the ruling LDP performs poorly; the election has historically influ...
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Silent Quitting Rises in Japan: A Cultural Shift in Work Ethic
A significant number of Japanese salaried workers, particularly those in their 20s, are now embracing "silent quitting," prioritizing personal time over work, leading to a cultural shift away from the traditional work ethic characterized by long hours and company loyalty.
Silent Quitting Rises in Japan: A Cultural Shift in Work Ethic
A significant number of Japanese salaried workers, particularly those in their 20s, are now embracing "silent quitting," prioritizing personal time over work, leading to a cultural shift away from the traditional work ethic characterized by long hours and company loyalty.
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Catalan President Promotes Global Economic Ties with Asia Trip
Catalan President Salvador Illa concluded a trip to Japan and South Korea, announcing future visits to China and a plan for multiple transoceanic trips annually to boost Catalan economic presence globally, focusing on collaborations and investment opportunities, despite no immediate economic gains.
Catalan President Promotes Global Economic Ties with Asia Trip
Catalan President Salvador Illa concluded a trip to Japan and South Korea, announcing future visits to China and a plan for multiple transoceanic trips annually to boost Catalan economic presence globally, focusing on collaborations and investment opportunities, despite no immediate economic gains.
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Japan's Birthrate Plunges to Record Low, Fueling Demographic Crisis
Japan's 2024 birthrate plummeted to a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% decrease from 2023, resulting in a fertility rate of 1.15—far below the replacement rate—and fueling concerns about the country's shrinking and aging population.

Japan's Birthrate Plunges to Record Low, Fueling Demographic Crisis
Japan's 2024 birthrate plummeted to a record low of 686,061, a 5.7% decrease from 2023, resulting in a fertility rate of 1.15—far below the replacement rate—and fueling concerns about the country's shrinking and aging population.
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44% Bias Score

Illegal Laennec Importation Leads to Death, Conviction of Smuggling Ring
Two young Russians were hospitalized after receiving intravenous injections of illegally imported Japanese immunomodulator Laennec; a woman died, leading to the arrest and conviction of a smuggling ring of seven members under Article 238.1 part 2 'a' of the Russian Criminal Code for trafficking coun...

Illegal Laennec Importation Leads to Death, Conviction of Smuggling Ring
Two young Russians were hospitalized after receiving intravenous injections of illegally imported Japanese immunomodulator Laennec; a woman died, leading to the arrest and conviction of a smuggling ring of seven members under Article 238.1 part 2 'a' of the Russian Criminal Code for trafficking coun...
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US Tariff Hike on Steel and Aluminum Sparks Asian Concern
The US raised steel and aluminum tariffs to 50 percent, prompting emergency meetings in South Korea and strong condemnation from Japan, as experts predict the tariffs will harm US industries and be unsustainable.

US Tariff Hike on Steel and Aluminum Sparks Asian Concern
The US raised steel and aluminum tariffs to 50 percent, prompting emergency meetings in South Korea and strong condemnation from Japan, as experts predict the tariffs will harm US industries and be unsustainable.
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US tariff hike sparks concern among Asian trading partners
The US doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50 percent, prompting emergency meetings in South Korea and strong protests from Japan, while experts predict the tariffs' unsustainability due to the burden on US industries.

US tariff hike sparks concern among Asian trading partners
The US doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 50 percent, prompting emergency meetings in South Korea and strong protests from Japan, while experts predict the tariffs' unsustainability due to the burden on US industries.
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China Partially Resumes Japanese Seafood Imports
China has partially lifted its ban on Japanese seafood imports, resuming them gradually after a 2023 ban due to treated radioactive wastewater release from Fukushima; while welcomed by Japan as a step toward improved relations, the ban on products from ten prefectures remains.

China Partially Resumes Japanese Seafood Imports
China has partially lifted its ban on Japanese seafood imports, resuming them gradually after a 2023 ban due to treated radioactive wastewater release from Fukushima; while welcomed by Japan as a step toward improved relations, the ban on products from ten prefectures remains.
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China to Resume Japanese Seafood Imports After Fukushima Wastewater Dispute
China will resume imports of Japanese seafood, ending a ban imposed in 2023 due to concerns about the Fukushima wastewater release; the decision follows an agreement between Japanese and Chinese officials to join UN water sampling missions and follows assurances of safety.

China to Resume Japanese Seafood Imports After Fukushima Wastewater Dispute
China will resume imports of Japanese seafood, ending a ban imposed in 2023 due to concerns about the Fukushima wastewater release; the decision follows an agreement between Japanese and Chinese officials to join UN water sampling missions and follows assurances of safety.
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44% Bias Score
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