G7 ministers support IAEA review of Fukushima’s treated water release
The nuclear watchdog has viewed the safety of ocean discharge positively, but China and other countries oppose it.
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G7 foreign ministers committed to maintaining international order
It is essential for the G7 nations, which share fundamental values, to closely work together to uphold the international order based on the rule of law.
Japanese bomb suspect’s home searched, possible gunpowder found
With the G-7 summit scheduled for May in Hiroshima, Japan’s VIP protection system must be urgently reviewed.
Unacceptable for China to give Russia military support: EU foreign policy chief
Western countries are strongly wary of Chinese military support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Experts explore ways to realise a nuclear-free world at symposium in Hiroshima
Last year, the US government projected that China’s nuclear warheads would increase in number to 1,500 by 2035.
Concerns remain about Japan’s emergency warning system
The paper says the problem is that there has been no detailed explanation from the government as to what information the initial warning was based on and why it was corrected.
Suspect in attack on Japan PM Kishida attended local politician’s meeting, asked questions
Ryuji Kimura, 24, was arrested at the scene of the incident on suspicion of forcible obstruction of business.
South Korea, US, Japan agree to hold missile defence, anti-sub drills regularly to counter North Korean threats
The three sides also discussed ways to resume trilateral exercises, including maritime interdiction and anti-piracy exercises, in order to maintain peace and stability in the…
Measures against addiction sought as panel OK’s Japan’s first casino resort
The Osaka prefectural government said it will develop what is tentatively called the “Osaka addiction center” by the time the resort makes its debut.
Steroids found in health tea sold in Japan for hay fever relief
The tea was found to contain 3 micrograms per gram of dexamethasone, a steroid known to have side effects such as exacerbating infections and causing convulsions.