The yen has been on a downtrend despite the Bank of Japan’s decision last month to end eight years … When the dollar hit that high Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki said authorities were ready to …
China Box Office: ‘The Boy and the Heron’ Flies Past ‘Godzilla x Kong’ in $35 Million Midweek Holiday Debut
At the mainland China box office, Oscar-winning Japanese animation ‘The Boy and the Heron’ enjoys a powerful $35 million midweek debut.
Bank of Japan offers bleaker view on economy, flags upbeat wage signs
The Bank of Japan cut its economic assessment for seven of the country’s nine regions on Thursday, but said the economies were mostly picking up or recovering gradually.
Bank of Japan Lowers Economic Assessment for Seven of Nine Regions
The Bank of Japan lowered its economic assessment for seven of the country’s nine regions, while maintaining its view for …
Indonesian president-elect vows to further strengthen ties with Japan after visiting China
Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto said on a visit to Japan that he wants to “further strengthen” relations between the countries.
Japan Ready to Help Indonesia’s OECD Bid, Kishida Tells Prabowo
The OECD — of which Japan is a member — has already officially begun official talks to discuss whether Indonesia can join the grouping.
Saudi Arabia’s conservative clerics have a new relationship with the government under Mohammed bin Salman
For fans of Dragon Ball Z, the Japanese anime TV series turned video game, Saudi Arabia might be a future travel destination. A recent advertisement introduces a future entertainment complex that …
Laos to host ASEAN+3 Finance and Central Bank Deputies’ Meeting on March 3-4
The ASEAN+3 Finance and Central Bank Deputies’ Meeting will take place in Luang Prabang, Laos, on April 3 and 4, with delegates from ASEAN member states, the Republic of Korea, China and Japan …
Taiwan hit by strongest earthquake in 25 years; 4 dead and dozens injured: Updates
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake rocked Taiwan on Wednesday, the strongest tremor to hit the island in at least 25 years, prompting nearby Japan to issue an evacuation advisory for coastal areas.
Two visits, different perspectives: Prabowo’s landmark trips abroad as Indonesia president-elect raise eyebrows
How will Indonesia’s next leader navigate diplomacy with major powers? What about relations with Southeast Asian nations? Mr Prabowo’s rare pre-inauguration trips to China and Japan may yet yield some …