A Japan Coast Guard official noted, “This behavior seems to contradict their professed desire for an improvement in Japan-South Korea ties.”
Attracting foreign visitors, in addition to expanding domestic travel, will speed up the revitalization of all regions in Japan.
How is Japan preparing to deter the aggression of this distinctly strong anti-Western alliance?
The survey shows 6 in 10 favor an increase in defense spending, record high approval of the Kishida government, and Japanese softening on wearing masks.
The leaders of Japan, the US, Australia, and India reaffirmed their opposition to the use of force to change the status quo in any region, as...
This is the first time that Japan will be opening up to international tourists since April 2020, increasing the daily arrival cap to 20,000.
The families said the US President’s expression of unwavering support “will send a powerful message to the international community."
The four leaders agreed on protecting the international rule of law and condemning “unilateral use of violence in any territory.”
Mitsubishi and BAE break new ground in the new ASDF jet fighter program as Japan diversifies its defense partnerships.
President Joe Biden’s declaration that the US would help defend Taiwan enhances deterrence in the region. Japan too should be proactive in this respect.
In a courtesy call, presumptive Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Ambassador Kazuhiko Koshikawa discussed their countries’ trade, investment, and security ties.
A better relationship between the US, South Korea and Japan is essential. That requires an end to senseless demands for compensation from a previous era.