Daiichi Sankyo Co.’s home-grown Covid vaccine, a cutting-edge mRNA shot that’s on the cusp of its final clinical trials, could be used mainly as a booster starting next year for people who have …
Japan seen upgrading Q2 GDP on stronger business spending
TOKYO: Japans economy likely grew more than initially reported in the second quarter thanks to stronger business spending, a Reuters poll showed, though a resurgence of coronavirus infections is seen …
Japan PM Candidate Kishida Wants to Delay Economic Stimulus Debate
Fumio Kishida, a key contender to succeed Yoshihide Suga as Japan’s prime minister, said on Sunday that debate on funding economic stimulus measures he has proposed should wait until after a general …
Moriyasu wants positive vibes as Japan look to rebound against China
An unexpected loss against unfancied Oman has left Hajime Moriyasu needing to lead his team to victory over China in Doha on Tuesday if the Japanese coach is to prevent pointed questions being asked …
Japan to extend COVID-19 state of emergency in Tokyo area – paper
The Japanese government plans to extend a state of emergency in and around Tokyo until the last week of September in a further bid to contain the coronavirus epidemic, the Mainichi newspaper reported …
In Japan, disability advocates hope the Paralympics will showcase the pawsomeness of service dogs
For many Japanese residents with disabilities who rely on service dogs, the Paralympics has provided a global platform to share their message about inclusion and acceptance.
Japan business community stunned at Suga’s decision to step down
Business leaders have urged the continued promotion of important policy steps made by Suga, especially COVID-19 measures to help rebuild the pandemic-hit Japanese economy.
Japan PM Suga to back vaccine minister Kono in LDP leadership race – media
Outgoing Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga will back the popular minister in charge of Japan’s vaccination rollout, Taro Kono, for the Liberal Democratic Party’s (LDP) leadership race this month, …
Japan’s Leader Will Step Down, Damaged By Criticism Of His COVID Response
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga’s exit raises the specter of a return to a “revolving door” succession of Japanese leaders.
Factbox: Possible candidates to become Japan’s next prime minister
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, his support ratings in tatters ahead of a general election, said on Friday he would step down, meaning the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) will choose a …