At the Tokyo conference, Japanese companies supported plans to rid Ukraine of landmines and ensure its farms will thrive when the fighting ends.
A four-year doping ban against Kamila Valieva was upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, but harsher punishment of Russia itself was wanted this time.
Beginning February 15, Japan is coordinating several events focusing on public and private initiatives for the long-term support and reconstruction of Ukraine.
North Korea and Russia continue to trade arms in flagrant breach of UN resolutions, threatening regional security and raising weapons proliferation risks.
The Ukraine war is motivated by a Russian imperialism that rejects the Western-led order and a belief that Russia will one day emerge as the world's...
Russia illegally occupies lands belonging to both Japan and Ukraine, including the Northern Territories in Hokkaido, which Soviet troops grabbed in 1945.
The Russian majority has favored imperialist parties even during relatively democratic times, suggesting that imperialism will continue beyond Putin's tenure.
Financial aid spread over 4 years would support resistance to Russian aggression. Ukraine now needs to show it has self-discipline in managing the enormous aid.
The Japan Teachers' Union undermines the nation — and our children's future — when it encourages members to teach falsehoods, even China's propaganda line.
Over 20 new agreements are expected at a February 19 conference in Tokyo as Japan and Ukraine plan ways to assist in reconstructing the war-torn country.
Veteran journalist Yoshihisa Komori compares the foreign policy approaches of the likely candidates for the 2024 US election and the implications for East Asia.
In his policy speech, Prime Minister Kishida focused on restoring public trust, but left understated the severe security environment Japan faces today.