Both Japan and South Korea—formally, the Republic of Korea—are treaty allies of the U.S., but the two countries are not allies of each other.
Wife of U.S. sailor jailed in Japan pleads for Biden to bring up case at G7 summit
The wife of a U.S. sailor jailed in Japan wants President Biden to press for his release when he meets with Japan’s prime minister at the G7 summit.
South Korea to send 21-member team to Japan to review discharge plans at Fukushima nuclear plant
South Korea will send a 21-member team of government experts to Japan next week to visit the Fukushima nuclear power plant where they will review contentious Japanese plans to release treated but …
UK rich list published; Debt ceiling optimism drives Nikkei to 33-year high – business live
But everybody must hold on tight as it could still be a rocky ride out of these tough times.” Japan’s blue-chip stock index has climbed to a 33-year high today, lifted by optimism over the US debt …
China overtakes Japan as world’s top car exporter
China says it has become the world’s biggest exporter of cars after overtaking Japan in the first three months of the year. Officials figures show China exported 1.07m vehicles in the period, up 58% compared to the first quarter of 2022.
President Joe Biden participates in a wreath laying ceremony at Eternal Flame Hiroshima Memorial Museum in Japan
The president is in Japan on an abbreviated trip as the debt ceiling deadline looms.
As Biden Visits Hiroshima, U.S. Stands Behind Japan’s Military Resurgence
An official says “Japan’s acquisition and development of new capabilities…contributes significantly to U.S.-Japan collective security and regional stability.” …
Concern over debt limit talks follows Biden to Group of 7 meeting in Japan
President Joe Biden faces his fellow world leaders Friday in Japan under the shadow of a looming default on US debt, a scenario his advisers said risks subverting American leadership and sending the …
Biden meets with Japan’s Prime Minister as U.S. tries to reach deal on debt ceiling
President Biden met with Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, aiming to put the focus on countering China and maintaining support in Ukraine. However, the debt limit crisis in the U.S. overshadowed …
Under Japan’s presidency, the G7 will defend the rule of law
It is critical that the G7 takes the initiative when the world faces a complex set of crises. Japan is determined to exercise leadership while it holds the G7 Presidency, and co-operation from each …