New local taxes cast shadow on Japan’s solar-power drive
Among others, the Miyagi prefectural government announced it would tax businesses that clear forests for installing renewable energy facilities.
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Japan designates missile attack evacuation sites, but few know where they are
About 52,000 public facilities have been designated, but the problem at hand is that public awareness of the locations has not kept pace with the selection process.
Kishida vows to enhance defence capabilities
The Japanese PM also said that North Korea’s nuclear and missile development is “absolutely unacceptable”.
Artist adds colourful touch to countryside station in western Japan
Using her unique touch to render the town’s natural environment, Yume Matsuo painted the entire building of Kii-Arita Station.
Tires made with tomato, sugar cane hit the road as manufacturers eye environment
The automobile tire market reached $144.7 billion in 2021 and is expected to continue growing at a yearly average of 4 per cent from 2022 to 2030.
South Korea scrambles fighter jets after detecting some 180 North Korean warplanes
South Korea scrambled 80 aircraft, including, F-35A stealth fighters, in response.
Kishida, Steinmeier vow to boost cooperation on Ukraine, Indo-Pacific
The two leaders also vowed to strengthen bilateral cooperation during foreign and defence ministerial talks in Germany.
Japan eyes meeting with Central Asia foreign ministers
Central Asia is a key geopolitical hub linking Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and boasts abundant natural resources, including oil.
Australian air base to receive US B-52 bombers
According to the ABC Australia, as many as six B-52 bombers are expected to be deployed to Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal in Australia.
South Korea expedites efforts to establish Iron Dome-style air defense system
The move is intended to improve South Korea’s defense of metropolitan areas, such as Seoul and Incheon, and military facilities in the event of an emergency on the Korean…