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Japan PM heckled at World War II memorial

TOKYO - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters angry about Tokyo's further shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance, television footage showed.

Bangkok Post

Warsh Fed era heralds a new trial for Asian currencies

New Federal Reserve chief Kevin Warsh's hawkish stance on inflation has surprised markets, signaling a stronger dollar. This poses a challenge for Asian economies reliant on exports, forcing nations like Japan, Indonesia, and India to intervene in currency markets and raise borrowing costs. While the dollar's strength is a global…

The Economic Times

Ukrainian drone makers target Asia as Taiwan tensions spur demand

Firms court Asian militaries spending to counter China, as US says drone

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PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Kenya, Japan, Egypt and South Korea leaders on sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with leaders from the UAE, Kenya, Egypt, South Korea, and Japan at the G7 Summit in Evian, France. Discussions focused on boosting trade, investment, and strategic ties. Modi also stressed dialogue for global conflict resolution and highlighted maritime security. India's participation marked its 13th G7…

The Economic Times

Trump looks awkward in bizarre aerial photo of grinning G7 world leaders

The drone-style shot was shared by the French hosts of the event with a cheery caption, despite the heavyweight issues under discussion at the summit

The Independent UK

Japan hikes interest rates to highest since 1995 as Middle East tensions fuel inflation fears

Decision by BOJ influenced by higher energy costs due to instability in the Middle East

The Independent UK

The Latest: G7 leaders likely to discuss Iran and Ukraine at summit in France

World leaders are gathering in a French spa town for a Group of Seven summit

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G7 Summit: Jabs and awkward moments that might follow Trump to France

US President Donald Trump is set to arrive in France shortly for the G7 summit but, before he even touches down on the tarmac, a long history of his own sharp words stands to welcome him.

The Times of India

Every awkward thing Trump has said about the world leaders he’s about to meet

Several G7 leaders have faced Trump’s wrath for questioning his chosen war with Iran

The Independent UK

UK and Japan agree huge investment deal to create thousands of British jobs

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UK and Japan seal landmark deal worth £18bn as Starmer and Takaichi hail ‘new era’ in relations

Investment deal is expected to create thousands of new jobs in Britain

The Independent UK

UK and Japan building ‘new era of co-operation’, says Starmer

The Prime Minister conducted meetings with Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi and business leaders in No 10.

Evening Standard

UK, Japan set to agree $24 billion investment, tech partnerships

Britain and Japan are set to sign deals worth over 18 billion pounds. These agreements will boost investment and technology. Tens of thousands of jobs are expected to be created. Japanese companies will invest in infrastructure and financial services. There are also plans for offshore wind projects. A new technology…

The Economic Times

UK and Japan poised to seal landmark £18 billion investment deal to create thousands of jobs

Keir Starmer is set to meet with Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi on Sunday at Downing Street

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi’s step-grandson enrols in Chinese university amid Tokyo-Beijing row

Bilateral relations between Japan and China hit a roadbump following Takaichi’s pro-Taiwan remarks

Bangkok Post

Malaysia's Petronas signs 20-year LNG supply deal with Japan's JERA

KUALA ⁠LUMPUR/TOKYO — Malaysian's Petronas will supply Japanese utility firm JERA with 2 million ‌tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per annum under a 20-year deal, the leaders of the two countries said on Wednesday.

France 24

Nationalism on the rise: Anti-foreign rhetoric gains ground in Japan

For several months, Japan has been moving in a more nationalist and conservative direction. The shift has been fuelled by economic challenges at home and growing regional tensions with China. The country's new ultra-conservative prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is expected to accelerate this agenda, with plans to tighten immigration policies…

The Independent UK

Japan rejects China’s ‘new militarism’ accusations and urges ‘candid dialogue’

Beijing has urged Asia-Pacific countries to ‘jointly resist the reckless actions of Japan’s neo-militarism’

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Japan defence chief takes swipe at China at security meet

SINGAPORE - Japan's defence minister took a veiled swipe at China on Sunday, pledging to keep strengthening the military despite Beijing's criticism of Tokyo's increasingly muscular security stance.

Bangkok Post

Japan, Philippines to agree on negotiations for intel-sharing pact

TOKYO — Japan and the Philippines are expected to announce Thursday their intention to begin formal negotiations to conclude a security intelligence-sharing pact, in their latest effort to boost cooperation amid shared concerns over China's military activities.

The Independent UK

Japan and Philippines move to bolster military ties as China’s rise causes shared anxiety

Ferdinand Marcos Jr is receiving ‘exceptional level of hospitality’ in Tokyo

The Independent UK

Japan woos visiting Philippine leader during state visit with arms sales and China in mind

Japan is treating Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. with exceptional hospitality on his four-day state visit

The Guardian - AU

‘Embarrassment for Japan’: PM wants to cut sales tax but cash registers say no

Sanae Takaichi pledged to suspend an 8% levy on food sales, but retailers say their systems aren’t designed for a tax of zero per cent

AAP

S.Korea and Japan pledge stronger energy, security ties

Energy disruptions from the Iran war have been top of the agenda for Japan and South Korean leaders who agreed to work more closely to stabilise fuel supplies.

The Independent UK

Japanese prime minister travels to meet South Korea president for second leg of hometown summits

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are set to hold their fourth meeting in about six months

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