UK and Japan agree 18bn investment deal
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal The UK government has announced an agreement with Japan to invest £18bn in
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June 20, 2026
Japan
Trump’s Anime-Themed Posts Spark Controversy in Japan as Fans Object to Use of Pikachu, Naruto and Other Icons
A growing backlash has emerged in Japan after U.S. President Donald Trump and his supporters used images of popular anime
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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Likely to Visit India Next Month for High-Stakes Talks with PM Modi in Assam
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to visit India next month for a bilateral summit with Prime Minister Narendra
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US, Japan Reaffirm Currency Coordination Amid Global Volatility Fears
SUMMARY: The United States and Japan have reaffirmed their close coordination on recent currency moves, underscoring the significance of their
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Japan Aims to Ease Labour Shortages with Humanoid Baggage Handlers at Haneda Airport
Japan Takes the Leap into Automation with Humanoid Baggage Handlers As Japan welcomes a record number of international tourists amidst
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Japan Hires Athletes as Care Workers
In a bid to address its severe staff shortage, Japan’s elder care system is recruiting young athletes from various disciplines, including bodybuilding, wrestling, and MMA, to work as care workers, marking a significant shift in the industry and challenging traditional notions of caregiving.
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Japan Earthquake: 7.5-Magnitude Undersea Quake Triggers Tsunami Warning Off Northeastern Coast
A powerful 7.5-magnitude undersea earthquake has struck off the coast of Japan, triggering a tsunami warning for the northeastern region with waves of up to 10 feet forecasted, prompting evacuations and disrupting transportation services.
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Trump Criticizes Australia, Japan, and South Korea, While Cyclone Maila Looms Over Queensland
Tensions have risen in international relations, with US President Donald Trump expressing frustration with Australia, Japan, and South Korea, claiming
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England Prepare for Showdown with Japan: Key Players to Watch
England’s upcoming friendly match against Japan is set to be a significant test of their World Cup preparations, coming just
Read MoreIran to Permit Japanese Ships to Transit Strait of Hormuz, Easing Regional Tensions
In a significant development, Iran has announced that it will allow Japanese ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz, easing regional tensions and ensuring the smooth transportation of oil and essential goods, in a move that is expected to boost Japan’s energy security and promote stability in the region.
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Trump’s Pearl Harbor Comment Overshadows Japan Prime Minister’s Visit to the US
President Trump’s comment comparing US strikes on Iran to the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack has dominated the narrative surrounding the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit to the US, shifting focus away from trade, security, and bilateral issues and towards the historical reference.
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Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Braces for Challenging Talks with US President Donald Trump Amid Escalating Iran Conflict
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet with US President Donald Trump to discuss the escalating Iran conflict, trade, and security, in a meeting that will have significant implications for US-Japan relations and the broader region.
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