The annual political meeting of China’s leaders known as the Two Sessions, raising defense spending and standing with Putin, has shown how deeply out of touch...
Some Western politicians have been suggesting that unless the world stands up to Russia, it could give China a chance to expand its influence in Asia,...
The administration of Fumio Kishida is enacting policies based on the theme of "New Capitalism" to rebuild society after the pandemic, aiming to create a model...
The US Secretary of State met his Japanese and South Korean counterparts in Hawaii, urging “intense engagement” to build on common interests and heal past rifts.
Xi Jinping has promised a “splendid spectacle” with the Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics. No-one will be allowed to use the event to criticize him or...
The leaders of Japan and Australia have signed a landmark agreement allowing closer cooperation between their militaries. The historic deal would have not been reached without...
It’s been a good year for shares in Tokyo, with the main indices in 2021 reaching levels not seen since 1989. Companies which connect Japan to...
China hopes Japan will be swept up into its propaganda campaign. Athletes face a dilemma, but it's not the government's job to impose a sporting ban.
The Prime Minister insists the Japanese abductees must be returned. His democratic credentials make him a key figure in global politics.
A survey proves the majority of people are fed up with being pressured to have alcohol with colleagues. For the sake of women and families, corporate...
Neither Xi Jinping nor Joe Biden wanted to appear soft in their virtual showdown. With China now sprinting forward in a nuclear arms race with the...
Xi Jinping is writing himself into history, clearing the way to be China's lifetime leader. In the process, he`s reviving memories of conflict with Japan.