Russia allows Japan to keep stake in Sakhalin-1
Tokyo had shown its policy of maintaining Japan’s interest in Sakhalin-1, hoping to reduce the country’s oil dependence on the Middle East, which stands at about 90 per cent.
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Japan firms form new company for domestic production of next-gen semiconductors
The total investment to set up the new company is likely to be more than ¥7 billion (USD 49 million).
Japan to agree to extend International Space Station operations until 2030
It intends to emphasise the importance of Japan-US cooperation by being the first among the participating countries to agree to the US proposal.
Japan, US agree to strengthen alliance
The leaders of both nations also confirmed that Tokyo and Washington would continue to work closely on addressing issues relating to China.
Kishida, Yoon agree on early resolution of issue of wartime requisitioned workers
Kishida’s meeting with Yoon was the first formal in-person dialogue between the leaders of Japan and South Korea since December 2019.
Cambodia, Japan set to bring ties to new heights
International political observers said that enhancing the relationship to the comprehensive strategic partnership would be mutually beneficial.
Kishida, Xi to hold talks in Bangkok
The two leaders will hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum.
Kishida, Biden, Yoon warn of firm response if North Korea conducts 7th nuclear test
A joint statement also said Washington would strengthen its extended deterrence policy for Tokyo and Seoul to prevent nuclear attacks on US allies with its nuclear capability.
Japan to agree to extend ISS operations until 2030
According to sources, it intends to emphasize the importance of Japan-US cooperation by being the first among the participating countries to agree to the US proposal.
Japan, South Korean leaders hold talks for 1st time in 3 years
The focus is whether the first summit talks between Japanese and South Korean leaders in about three years will lead to improvements in the chilly bilateral relations.