Russian frigate passes through Soya Strait near Hokkaido
Chinese Navy vessels were also spotted near Okinawa prefecture on Jul 30-31 headed toward the Pacific Ocean.
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Revitalization minister Yamagiwa to serve as minister for startups
Fostering startups is a key part of the prime minister’s ‘new capitalism’ policy goal, and Prime Minister Kishida aims to speed up progress in this area.
Extreme heat recorded throughout Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency has called for vigilance against heatstroke, and advised people to refrain from going outdoors.
Striking nuclear disarmament deal seen as difficult at NPT review conference
Discussions are taking place with Russia's invasion of Ukraine continuing and China continuing to grow its nuclear arsenal.
Jewelry prices rise over supply shortage following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The hike follows concerns over a supply shortage in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, coupled with the yen’s decline.
Govt to introduce certification and national qualification for Japanese language
Planning to establish a system to certify language schools and make teaching a state-qualified profession, the move is aimed at improving the quality of Japanese language…
Guidelines to prevent heatstroke amid 7th wave of pandemic
The guidelines put forth by The Japanese Association for Acute Medicine, among other things, stress that removing your mask does not lower the risk of heatstroke.
Japan Foreign Minister Hayashi eyes talks with China counterpart
The two will be meeting just ahead of the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between the two, which falls in September.
South Korea moves to avoid Japanese asset sale
With South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol keen to improve the country’s relationship with Japan, the opinion is seen as a positive development.
Japan airlines making inroads into direct shipping business
Industry observers are now wondering if the airlines can generate solid revenues from this new area as they struggle to cope with deteriorating returns.