Thailand has seized almost $1 billion worth of contraband ketamine, most of it probably destined for Europe, Japan or Korea, the Thai Narcotics Suppression Bureau said on Thursday. Montri Yimyaem, …
Will Japan’s own “Joe Biden” put his small town on the map?
When the Mayor of Yamato heard about Biden’s projected win, he said “it was like a personal victory for me, too.” Now the Japanese have all the jokes.
Biden Reassures Japan, South Korea Over Alliance Commitment
(Bloomberg) — U.S. President-elect Joe Biden assured the leaders of Japan and South Korea of his commitment to alliances with the two Asian nations in phone calls on Thursday morning, signaling that …
Japan PM Suga Speaks With Biden, Confirms Importance of Japan-U.S. Ties
Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and U.S. President-elect Joe Biden have started their phone talks, Kyodo reported on Thursday.
Japan Packaging Industry – Trends and Opportunities
Summary The packaging industry in Japan is estimated to grow from 160. 4 billion units in 2019 to 164. 7 billion units by 2024. Rigid plastics was the most consumed pack material in 2019 and is also …
Japan reports record daily coronavirus cases: NHK
Japan reported a record high of 1,634 new coronavirus infections on Thursday, broadcaster NHK said. The previous record high occurred on Aug. 7, according to NHK. Japan is shifting toward easing …
See how a CNN reporter had to quarantine upon arrival in Japan
Despite loose coronavirus restrictions, especially compared to other Asian countries, Japan has had fewer than 2,000 total reported Covid-19 deaths. CNN’s Selina Wang reports on a possible third wave …
Biden reassures U.S. allies as China asserts power in Asia
The president-elect offered Japan a specific commitment over the disputed Senkaku islands that was welcomed in Tokyo.
Japan’s Prime Minister Suga speaks with Biden, confirms importance of Japan-U.S. ties
China’s growing military and economic assertiveness serves as a backdrop for Japan’s hopes to see Biden’s presidency restore a strong U.S.-Japan alliance.
Japan’s Suga to host Australian PM in first visit by foreign leader
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison will travel to Tokyo next week to meet his Japanese counterpart Yoshihide Suga against the backdrop of increasing tensions with China.