An expert on Japanese business in China says the commercial impact of the current Japan-China row may persist for some time. He says concerted efforts to promote exchange are needed to improve the …
China criticizes Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan
The remarks come amid the two countries’ worst diplomatic crisis in years, after the Japanese prime minister said a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response from Tokyo.
Ukrainian refugee who fled war wins top sumo wrestling competition in Japan
A 21-year-old Ukrainian sumo wrestler who fled the Russian invasion has won an elite-level sumo competition in Japan, where he’s been lauded for his rapid rise in the hyper-competitive sport.
Binance Japan expands business with PayPay as Buffett increases Japanese portfolio
Binance Japan has launched a new service for users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies using PayPay Money and PayPay Points, announced early Friday morning. According to the crypto exchange’s Japanese …
How the China-Japan Rift Could Cost Both Countries
China is trying to impose economic costs on Japan for wading into the issue of Taiwan. But experts say the escalating dispute could ultimately hurt China too.
Japan’s New Leader Infuriated Beijing. She Isn’t Backing Down.
First, it was President Trump, who gushed on an October trip to Tokyo that she would prove to be one of Japan’s greatest leaders. Next, it was Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who was infuriated by her …
China criticises Japan’s plan to deploy missiles on island near Taiwan
Beijing said it was a deliberate attempt to “create regional tension and provoke military confrontation”. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Hong Kong leader backs China’s policy on Japan in first remarks on dispute
Hong Kong’s leader John Lee said on Monday his government supported China’s diplomatic policy towards Japan and the financial hub would closely monitor the situation and respond appropriately.
Early signs for Japan 2026 wages bolster case for near-term BOJ rate hike
Early signs on Japan’s annual wage negotiations for next year point to another round of solid pay hikes despite profit pressure from U.S. tariffs, bolstering the case for the Bank of Japan to raise …
China takes spat with Japan over Taiwan to UN, vows to defend itself
China has taken its growing dispute with Japan to the United Nations, accusing Tokyo of threatening “an armed intervention” over Taiwan and vowing to defend itself in its strongest language yet in the …