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- 2026-09-16 hiring Sanae Takaichi is conducting her first reshuffle of the Liberal Democratic Party leadership. source
- 2026-08-26 hiring Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is planning a cabinet reshuffle. source
- 2026-05-13 controversy Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi publicly supported an aide accused of running a smear campaign against political rivals. source
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Japan PM Takaichi faces diplomatic bind over Zelenskyy's Kyiv invitation
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a diplomatic challenge following an invitation from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to visit Kyiv. The potential visit presents an opportunity for Takaichi to demonst…
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Japan's PM Takaichi prioritizes stability in LDP leadership reshuffle
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to conduct her first major reshuffle of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership since taking over the party a year ago. She is expected to prioritize stability by retai…
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Okinawa elects pro-US base governor, signaling shift in regional politics · 2 sources tracked
Okinawa Prefecture has elected Genta Koja, a conservative candidate backed by the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, as its new governor. Koja's victory signals a potential shift away from decades of anti-base politics,…
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Japanese delegations visit China to mend ties ahead of Apec summit
A delegation of Japanese lawmakers and business leaders is visiting China in an effort to thaw strained bilateral relations ahead of the upcoming Apec summit. However, experts suggest these diplomatic overtures may have…
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Japan's Takaichi Administration Bets on AI-Driven Growth Amidst Election Cycle Challenges
Japan's Takaichi administration is implementing a new economic growth strategy that faces challenges due to democratic election cycles. This long-term plan aims to foster economic development, with a particular focus on…
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Japan protests WWII Soviet victory statue, escalating Russia tensions
Japan has protested a newly unveiled statue in Russia that commemorates the Soviet Union's victory over Japan in World War II. The statue, depicting a soldier shattering a border post, has been deemed "extremely regrett…
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Japan bolsters defense infrastructure for Taiwan conflict preparedness · 1 source tracked
Japan is significantly enhancing its defense capabilities and infrastructure in anticipation of a potential conflict over Taiwan. A new defense hub planned for Kure, Hiroshima, will integrate military facilities, logist…
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Japan protests China's 99.2% import duty on key chip chemical
Japan has lodged a protest with China over new import duties on dichlorosilane, a crucial chemical for semiconductor manufacturing. China has imposed these duties, citing violations of anti-dumping regulations and harm …
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Japan's $640B AI chip investment plan faces scrutiny
Japan's Minister for Digital Transformation, Sanae Takaichi, has proposed a significant investment of $640 billion to bolster the nation's AI and semiconductor industries. This ambitious plan aims to revitalize a strugg…
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Japan doubles defense spending, eyes AI and drone tech to counter China
Japan's defense ministry has requested approximately $55.6 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, with a significant portion allocated towards enhancing its defense capabilities through artificial intelligence and autono…
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Japan's centrist opposition alliance faces collapse amid stalled merger talks
Japan's centrist opposition alliance is on the verge of collapse due to stalled merger talks between key parties. The Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDPJ) has withdrawn from a proposed three-way merger with K…
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SanDisk and Kioxia invest $31B in Japan for memory chip expansion · 2 sources tracked
SanDisk and Kioxia announced a joint investment of over $31 billion in Japan, set to be completed by 2032. This significant capital injection aims to expand memory chip production capacity. The move comes as the burgeon…
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Japan's LDP vies for Okinawa governor seat amid US base dispute
The upcoming governor election in Okinawa, Japan, is a critical juncture for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its stance on the US military presence. The LDP is heavily backing candidate Genta Koja, aiming …
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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi plans cabinet reshuffle to boost popularity
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly planning a cabinet reshuffle in mid-to-late September. This move is intended to boost her administration's popularity amidst voter concerns about inflation and econom…
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Japan's PM faces criticism over work habits and declining approval ratings
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly spending more time at her official residence, which she uses as an extension of her office, to increase efficiency. This approach, coupled with her admission of minim…
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US criticizes trading partners for currency manipulation while intervening to support yen
The US Treasury Department has issued a report criticizing major trading partners for alleged currency manipulation and unfair trade practices. The report lists countries including China, Japan, Korea, and several Europ…
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Japan's economy grows 1.1% amid falling consumer spending and rising energy costs
Japan's economy experienced a 1.1% annualized growth rate in the second quarter, a slowdown from the previous quarter's 2.1%. This growth occurred despite a 1.2% dip in private consumption and a modest 0.5% increase in …
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China condemns Japanese officials' visit to Yasukuni Shrine
China has strongly condemned a visit by Japanese officials to the Yasukuni Shrine, a site controversial for honoring war criminals. Beijing views the shrine as a symbol of Japanese militarism and accuses the visiting of…
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Japan eyes US cloud for top-secret data amid security review
The Japanese government is planning to introduce private cloud services capable of handling highly confidential information, including classified state secrets and critical economic security data. Currently, no domestic…
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China approves Japanese envoy to Chongqing, ending 8-month vacancy
China has approved the appointment of Shigehiro Nishiumi as Japan's new envoy to Chongqing, filling a diplomatic post that had been vacant for eight months. Nishiumi, formerly Japan's deputy consul general in Hong Kong,…