Japan’s Defence Ministry to develop hypersonic missiles
In addition to defending Japanese territory, the ministry is also considering using the missiles to attack enemy missile launching sites and other locations in self-defence.
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Japan’s dairy farmers fear milk glut over New Year’s holiday season
With schools lunches set to stop, dairy farmers are once again facing a glut of raw milk — the base ingredient for dairy products — and may be forced to dump large amounts of…
Xi says ready to work with Japan; Kishida calls for peaceful co-existence
Noting that China and Japan are close neighbours, Xi said that the two countries share many common interests and space for cooperation.
One-day event to showcase 110 decorated manhole covers from across Japan
Attracting attention from around the world, organisers of the “street art” aim to promote understanding of sewage systems.
‘Ocean diamonds’ offer buyers chance to leave environment sparkling
Scraped from diamond mines by erosion from rain or wind before being washed to the ocean, they are expected to attract attention due to their low environmental impact.
Joint efforts to deter North Korea
Although some issues remain unresolved, the official demonstration of Yoon’s resolve to fight the North’s threats marks a notable progress toward defusing red-hot geopolitical…
Japan economy declines by annualised 1.2％ in Jul-Sept.
Exports increased by 1.9 per cent, but the net balance pulled GDP down 0.7 percentage points.
US, Japan mobilise $20 billion to move Indonesia away from coal
To access the grants and concessional loans, Indonesia has committed to capping emissions at 290 million tonnes by 2030.
New Japanese firm aims to start producing next-generation semiconductors by 2027
The firm plans to develop advanced 2-nanometer generation semiconductors, for which production technology has yet to be established.
IAEA starts 2nd safety check for planned Fukushima water release
The team’s members include experts from China and South Korea, which have expressed concerns over the planned water release, as well as IAEA officials.