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Japan says it’s time for ‘taboo-free’ discussions about acquiring nuclear weapons

Defence minister says non-nuclear principles should be revisited given the current global security ‘crisis’

The Independent UK · Sep 30

Japan immigration offices swamped by huge queues ahead of 20-fold visa fee hike

The new charges come into effect on 1 October

The Independent UK · Sep 29

The $40 trillion U.S. national debt is smaller than Japan's relative to its economy—but economist warns America is still 'the world's largest debtor'

“Japan’s debt dynamics are fundamentally different from those of the United States … Japan is the world’s largest creditor nation. The U.S. is the world’s largest debtor.”

Fortune · Sep 26

Japanese leader, PM face-to-face after 'melon-gate'

Anthony Albanese has held brief talks with his Japanese counterpart for the first time since his controversial comments about melons she gave to him.

AAP · Sep 23

Xi-Trump summit: China puts Taiwan ‘red line’ at centre of US ties

China firmly asserts that Taiwan remains a crucial boundary in its diplomatic ties with the United States. As President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for a pivotal summit with President Donald Trump, key topics of discussion will include escalating tensions regarding Taiwan, trade agreements, and security matters. Additionally, China is…

The Times of India · Sep 22

War, oil shocks, and diplomatic friction form the turbulent backdrop for Donald Trump’s UN speech

President Donald Trump is set to address the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday at a tumultuous moment for the world — and for his presidency

The Independent UK · Sep 22

25th typhoon in 2026: Nearly 2 million ordered to evacuate from several Japan regions

Typhoon Dujuan has forced nearly two million Japanese residents to evacuate their homes. Over fifty thousand households lost power, and many flights were cancelled. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi postponed her US visit to manage the storm's impact. This storm is the twenty-fifth to hit Japan this year. Meteorologists link intensified…

The Times of India · Sep 21

Over 1.6 million people under evacuation order as Typhoon Dujuan batters Japan

Authorities issue landslide warnings for Tokyo, Chiba, Kanagawa, and Shizuoka prefectures

The Independent UK · Sep 21

Japan raises the bar on residency. Cue the outrage

Japan is considering tougher permanent residency rules as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government reshapes immigration policy. Proposed changes could add Japanese-language and minimum-income requirements, drawing criticism from some foreign residents even as fast-track routes for highly skilled and high-earning workers remain in place.

The Economic Times · Sep 18

How Bessent, America's bond salesman, cornered Japan on big spending

In a significant dialogue, US Treasury Secretary Bessent encouraged Japan to implement reforms in its fiscal and monetary policies. Aiming to stabilize the yen and mitigate market fluctuations, he emphasized the importance of US influence in this relationship. Meanwhile, Japan's finance minister sought backing from the US for yen support,…

The Economic Times · Sep 18