Memory chip shortage drives up prices for consumer goods in Japan
The surge in general-purpose memory chip prices is driving up the prices of end products such as smartphones, computers, and game consoles – while semiconductor manufacturers…
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Japan’s defence ministry officials start using social media to counter unilateral claims made by China
As part of the upcoming revision of three key security documents before the end of the year, the government plans to designate efforts to strengthen its external communications as…
Illegal organ transplants allegedly at Cambodia defence ministry-affiliated hospital
In 2016, Cambodia enacted a law prohibiting organ transplants for commercial purposes, and violations are penalised with up to 20 years in prison. However, sources told The…
Japan defence minister Koizumi, NATO secretary general Rutte confirm cooperation on China
The two exchanged opinions while Koizumi was aboard a flight to Ankara to attend events related to the NATO summit.
Japanese woman who allegedly sewed roommate’s lips arrested on suspicion of assault
Police are investigating the motive and circumstances of the incident and have not disclosed whether the suspect has admitted to the charge.
Japan eyes new defence ministry bureau with focus on boosting international security cooperation
As Japan’s security environment grows increasingly severe, the move is intended to strengthen the ministry’s capacity to work more closely with allies and like-minded…
Japan’s Foreign Ministry to promote Japanese philosophy overseas, apply it to diplomacy
The goal is to increase the number of Japan experts in the international community and thereby create an environment where Japanese opinions are more readily accepted.
Japan’s food service sector hit hard by government’s ‘specific skilled worker’ cap
Uncertainty has been growing regarding securing foreign workers, who have been underpinning the industry as it suffers from labour shortages, prompting business operators to…
Japanese-style elder care gains popularity in China despite strained bilateral relations
Japanese products for the elderly — known for their ease of use and meticulous attention to detail — are well received in China. Some Japanese companies are also planning to…
Japan’s strategy draft urges creation of hubs of industry, government, academia to promote dual-use tech
Proposing an organic linkage between science, technology and security, the draft outlines a policy for industry, government, and academia to collaborate on the development of…