Kishida seems to be betting on tax cuts to keep his administration afloat, but his approach is "incongruous" with the anticipated defense tax hikes.
The PM's policy speech addressed many issues but failed to firmly address the nation's security and his tax cut proposal seemed designed to curry public favor.
The move comes as China and Russia seek to turn the Israel-Hamas war to their advantage, creating dilemmas for Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Amid growing calls for consumption tax cuts among lawmakers, a ruling party group is even proposing tax exemptions for necessities. But is this feasible?
Abe's killer had a grudge against the Unification Church. Kishida's aggressive approach may set a troubling precedent and also give the assassin what he wants.
Prime Minister Kishida believes that innovative responses to social challenges can help Japanese companies become engines of growth for the Japanese economy.
The US Ambassador says that like-minded countries must collaborate closely and enhance deterrence in order to counter China's increasingly coercive actions.
At the International Atomic Energy Agency's annual meet, China called Japan’s treated water discharge “nuclear-contaminated.” No countries backed its position.
Tokyo's governor explains how today's world of diversity demands that we collectively pursue a vision of genuine empowerment for women that our society demands.
Japan must urgently address energy security by implementing its energy policy, restarting nuclear power, and ensuring a baseline supply for the nation's needs.
PM Kishida hopes to advance cooperation with ASEAN nations Malaysia and the Philippines to counter China's aggressive push for control of the South China Sea.
As Mitsubishi stops making cars in China, business leaders express concern about cutthroat competition and anti-foreigner sentiment.