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Japan defense chief eyes Philippines visit in May

April 6, 2026, 4:03 PM

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is arranging a visit to the Philippines in early...

World

Japan begins unilateral oil reserve release amid Iran crisis

March 16, 2026, 4:34 PM

Japan began releasing oil from its reserves Monday to alleviate supply concerns that have...

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Japan mulls ways to ensure vessel safety in Strait of Hormuz

March 16, 2026, 12:56 PM

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Monday that Japan is considering what it can do...

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Japan ruling party urges “careful” decision on Mideast ship escort mission

March 15, 2026, 4:45 PM

A senior Japanese ruling party official on Sunday called for a "careful" decision regarding...

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Japan gov’t OKs bill to set up intel body to counter foreign espionage

March 13, 2026, 4:29 PM

Japan's Cabinet approved Friday a bill to establish a ministerial-level "national intelligence committee" as...

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Japan approves launch of stem-cell treatments in world’s first

March 6, 2026, 1:15 PM

The Japanese government on Friday conditionally approved the commercialization of two regenerative medicine products...

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Japan refrains from outright support of U.S., Israeli attacks on Iran

March 1, 2026, 1:36 PM

Japan has refrained from expressing outright support for the weekend launch of U.S. and...

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Philippines, Japan, U.S. hold joint drill in waters near Taiwan

February 26, 2026, 10:30 PM

The Philippines, Japan and the United States on Thursday concluded a four-day naval drill...

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