Kishida to Expand ODA in Move Toward Free and Open Indo-Pacific
The official development assistance (ODA) will be to developing and emerging economies in the Global South as part of Japan's new plan to promote the vision of a free and open…
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Japan, South Korea hail spring thaw in wintry relations as they seek closer ties
During their meeting, Kishida and Yoon’s crowded agenda involved topics as diverse as history, trade, security, and culture.
Yoon, Kishida vow new era of ties
Leaders agreed to resume shuttle diplomacy, bolster alliance with US to deter North Korea and restore economic ties.
Japan PM Kishida to use India speech to outline Indo-Pacific plan
Kishida considers India as the key to realising Japan’s free and open Indo-Pacific vision.
Xi stresses advancing ‘one country, two systems,’ national reunification
Xi made the remarks when addressing the closing meeting of the first session of the 14th National People's Congress.
Kishida Mulls South Korea Visit in ‘shuttle Diplomacy’
Kishida’s possible visit would come under a “shuttle diplomacy” scheme between the two countries.
China’s Coast guard explains Diaoyu Islands expulsion of Japanese vessels
A Chinese coast guard vessel had illegally entered the territorial waters of the Diaoyu Islands.
Taiwan unveils portable attack drone as tensions with China rise
Beijing’s sabre-rattling has intensified in recent years under President Xi Jinping. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has deepened fears in Taiwan that China might move similarly.
Taiwan says submarine programme going to plan despite difficulties
Taiwan has engaged an array of foreign submarine-technology vendors for its new fleet, with the approval of their governments, as it seeks to bolster its defences.
South Korean President Yoon hopes for normalisation of bilateral relations when he comes to Japan
Regarding the possibility that the issue of former wartime requisitioned workers could flare up again, Yoon emphasised that “there is nothing to worry about.”