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The U.S. doesn't have to single-handedly shoulder the responsibility of upholding international order, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told U.S ... Show more asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Indo-Pacific/Japan-s-Kishida-says-U.S.-not-alone-in-upholding-world-order
Japan's Fumio Kashida stresses Ukraine aid, US world role in speech to Congress: "You are not alone. We are with you," the prime minister said.
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
The Morning After: The bill to ban TikTok is barreling ahead.: The biggest news stories this morning include US vs China in the form of TikTok vs WhatsApp ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
At state dinner for Japan, blossoms and bonhomie on the menu: White House guests included actor Robert De Niro, former figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi ...
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Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Japan urges Iran, Israel to exercise restraint amid mounting tensions - The Mainichi
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Ukraine risks collapsing under Russia's onslaught without US support, a disaster that could embolden China and spark a new crisis in East Asia ... Show more reut.rs/3JhoVve
Japan is giving Washington 250 new cherry trees to replace those to be lost in construction work
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Quick Glance: Japan to Gift Washington 250 New Cherry Trees
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will gift the United States 250 new cherry trees to replace the ones being removed.
- In 1912, the first lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda planted the original cherry trees, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.
- The cherry tree gift signifies the strong alliance between the U.S. and Japan as they discuss Pacific security matters.
- The Tidal Basin, a reservoir in Washington with a high concentration of cherry blossom trees, is undergoing renovations, prompting Japan to offer new saplings.
Japanese PM Fumio Kishida addresses U.S. 'self-doubt' about world role in remarks to Congress
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Quick Glance: Kishida Warns of Global Risks in US Congress
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasizes the need for US support to maintain hope in Ukraine and protect Asia from harsher realities in a speech to the US Congress.
- Kishida urges the US to continue playing a crucial role in international affairs, especially in the face of threats posed by China, Russia, and North Korea.
- Despite support for Kishida's remarks championing a free and open Indo-Pacific, some conservative Republicans remained seated during his call for support for Ukraine's fight against Russia.
- Kishida and President Joe Biden unveiled a list of initiatives to deepen their military cooperation and jointly condemned China's 'dangerous and escalatory' actions in the region.
Philippines' Marcos has no plans to grant U.S. access to more bases: The Philippines has no plans to grant the United States access to more military bases ...
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Stars Show Up in Force to Biden’s White House State Dinner With Japan: The dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was attended by Robert DeNiro ...
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Japan, South Korean leaders agree to deepen ties, including with US - The Mainichi
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At White House, Japanese prime minister will trumpet strength of U.S. alliance: Fumio Kishida told The Post his visit would underline the importance and strength ...
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Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission
- The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.
- They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.
- An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.
- The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
Philippines wins breakthrough at summit with Japan, U.S., experts say: TOKYO/MANILA -- Soon after a trilateral summit at the White House, the Philippine coast ...
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LIVE: US Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Blinken host a luncheon for Japanese prime minister
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US, Japan to strike deals on defense, space at leaders' summit: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will make new agreements with U.S. President Joe Biden when ...
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Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan defense 'ironclad' amid growing China provocations
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
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Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift
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Quick Glance: Kishida's Promise of 250 Cherry Trees as Gift to Washington
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced a plan to donate 250 cherry trees to the U.S. capital to celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
- The announcement was met with cheers and applause from U.S. lawmakers, highlighting the close ties between the United States and Japan.
- The relationship between the U.S. and Japan, which spiraled into a catastrophic war between 1941 and 1945, has evolved into a strong alliance, with Kishida being only the second Japanese prime minister to address the U.S. Congress.
- The donation of cherry trees from Japan in 1912 has become a beloved annual event in Washington, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.
In exchange for a lunar rover, Japan will get seats on Moon-landing missions: Japan is making a significant commitment to the US-led Artemis program.
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The Elephant in the Room: An Imminent Danger to the Japan-US Alliance: During his state visit, Kishida was unusually blunt about the dangers current trends in U ...
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A Warm Welcome for Japan’s Kishida in Washington: Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida addressed the U.S. Congress and met the president of the Philippines. However ...
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Difficulties Continue for Kishida after State Visit to U.S.
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Quick Glance: Biden and Kishida Strengthen Bilateral Ties Amid Uncertainty
- Biden and Kishida met officially in spring to secure progress in the relationship between the countries.
- Agreements include strengthening the bilateral alliance, cooperation in outer space, and networking with partners.
- The new collaboration aims to enhance the integration of command structures between US and Japanese forces.
- The meeting aims to demonstrate that the US and Japan are global partners, regardless of political changes.
A magnitude 6.6 earthquake hit western Japan on Wednesday night. Officials say there was no tsunami. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi Yoshimasa says several ... Show more www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/
Explainer: Why is Japan seeking a summit with nuclear-armed North Korea?: United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he supported his Japanese ...
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Quick Glance: Why Japan Seeks Summit with Nuclear-Armed North Korea
- Japanese Prime Minister Kishida aims to engage in talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to address the issue of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 1960s and 1970s.
- North Korea has not definitively stated its position on a summit with Japan, with some statements suggesting a potential opening for closer ties.
- Past summits between Japan and North Korea had varying outcomes, with North Korea acknowledging some abductions in 2002.
- Kishida's efforts to arrange a meeting with Kim Jong Un carry political risks and could lead to a decline in his approval ratings given North Korea's reluctance, posing challenges for Japan.
Japan’s Kishida Advocates Wider Defense Network Ahead of US Trip: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said he would seek to build a multilayered defense ...
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Japan lower house passes child care aid bill to tackle falling births - The Mainichi
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Tokyo is taking historic steps toward acquiring long-range missiles capable of conducting counterstrikes against potential threats from China or North Korea ... Show more asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Big-Story/Kishida-Japan-ready-to-step-up-as-U.S.-global-partner-at-Biden-summit
Biden vows 'ironclad' defense of Philippines, Japan as China tension mounts - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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Japan's Kishida to visit Brazil, Paraguay in overture to Global South: TOKYO -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will visit Brazil and Paraguay in early May ...
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Paid articlePaid Japan's popular duo Yoasobi invited to White House dinner for Kishida - The Mainichi
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Japan lower house OKs bill to allow joint custody after divorce - The Mainichi: TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japan's House of Representatives on Tuesday cleared a bill to ...
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The blooms on the 3,000 cherry trees Japan gave to the United States more than a century ago have become a quintessential marker of spring in the nation’s ... Show more www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/10/cherry-blossom-trees-tidal-basin/
Commentary: Once enemies, Japan and US strengthen their alliance: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s state visit to the White House continues the diplomatic ...
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Japan-U.S. alliance holds greater responsibility for global stability: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida met with U.S. President Joe Biden in Washington on ...
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Biden expects Iran attack on Israel 'sooner, rather than later': President Biden reiterates unwavering support for Israel amid threats from Iran ...
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Kishida goes all-in on partnership with the US: It is telling that one of the most popular photos from Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to Washington was ...
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Japan's Kishida expects more US chip collaboration opportunities: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Tuesday he saw opportunities for more ...
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Japan strongly condemns Iranian attack on Israel as 'escalation': Japan has traditionally been a friendly nation to Iran, with Prime Minister Kishida meeting ...
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Japan's 2024 U.S. playbook starts with subnational diplomacy: WASHINGTON -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's six-day trip to the U.S ...
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Paid articlePaid China Blasts Kishida, Vows Response to Any ‘Wrong’ Japan Moves: China blasted remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida during his visit to the US ...
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Paid articlePaid US Steel shareholders approve takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel opposed by Biden administration
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Jeff Bezos, Hillary Clinton, Paul Simon: Big names joined President Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan at a White House state dinner ... Show more nyti.ms/3TLMota
Kishida's leadership put to test as by-election campaigning begins - The Mainichi
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Japan's Kishida and Biden to establish Indo-Pacific disaster relief hub: WASHINGTON -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is set to arrive in Washington on ...
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Paid articlePaid Japan seeks to work with South Korea, Philippines to boost regional security: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday said he wanted to cooperate with ...
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Quick Glance: Japan Seeks Collaboration with South Korea and Philippines to Enhance Regional Security
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expressed the desire to collaborate with South Korea and the Philippines to promote regional security.
- Kishida emphasized the importance of cooperation between Japan, the US, and like-minded countries given the challenging security environment and China's increasing influence in Asia.
- The upcoming state visit to Washington and the trilateral summit with the Philippine President will highlight the close security cooperation between Japan, the US, and the Philippines.
- Kishida also indicated willingness to meet with North Korean leader Kim without preconditions to improve relations and contribute to regional stability.
Biden hails ‘unbreakable’ US-Japan alliance as Kishida summit begins: Leaders will discuss deepening partnership to counter China in Indo-Pacific
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Google investing $1 bln to boost connectivity to Japan via two subsea cables: Google will invest $1 billion to improve digital connectivity between the U.S ...
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On topic: Japan's Kishida bolsters U.S. alliance with Washington trip: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida traveled to Washington last week for a summit with U ...
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With eyes on China, US and Japan vow new security collaboration: U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida promised a
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Biden-Kishida Summit: The Japan-US Alliance Has Gone Global: The U.S. president praised Japan’s growing international clout as the two leaders cemented new areas ...
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The USA is building a “latticework” against China with Japan: Joe Biden sees Japan as a “global partner” in competition with the authoritarian regimes in China ...
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Japan PM Kishida Cabinet's support rate rises to 23.8%: Kyodo poll - The Mainichi
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LDP dismisses lawmaker's request to review penalty over funds scandal - The Mainichi
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US-Japan forge new deals and partnership eyeing the Indo-Pacific tensions : Joe Biden and Fumio Kishida unveil plans for military cooperation and projects ...
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Divorcee 'worried' over possible abuse, court battles as Japan joint custody bill advances - The Mainichi
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Japan central to the USA's Asian security architecture: Tokyo and Washington are modernizing their more than 60-year-old military alliance ...
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Japan discarding 240 mil. COVID vaccine doses, worth $4.3 bil. - The Mainichi: TOKYO -- The health ministry on April 16 revealed that approximately 244 ...
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5⃣ stories you need to know today: US President Joe Biden and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida to showcase a strong and growing partnership during a White House state ... Show more
Japan PM Kishida’s Speech to U.S. Congress Receives Praise from Leaders of Democratic, Republican Parties
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Editorial: Time is ripe for Japan to ban murky political funding practices - The Mainichi
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Japan’s Kishida Hails His Visit to US as a Diplomatic Success: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida touted diplomatic success during his weeklong visit to the ...
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Paid articlePaid At the Japan State Dinner, Jill Biden Turns to Oscar de la Renta: The first lady was glittering in crystals — four days after Melania Trump stepped out in pink ...
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Threat of Tsunami largely passes after strong earthquake strikes Taiwan: The tsunami threat from a strong earthquake that struck Taiwan has largely passed.
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Japan’s LDP Ethics Panel Recommends Shionoya, Seko Leave Party; 39 Members Face Penalties Over Funds (UPDATE 1)
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US to host landmark trilateral meeting: Joe Biden welcomes leaders of Japan and Philippines at White House
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Japanese astronaut to be first non-American to set foot on Moon: WASHINGTON: A lucky Japanese astronaut will become the first non-American to set foot on the ...
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North Carolina governor to welcome historic visitor at mansion: Japan's Prime Minister Kishida
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The US and Japan’s Mission to Push Next Generation Nuclear Power : Japan ramps up the joint nuclear power agenda with the U.S. and Philippines ...
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Japan, U.S., Philippines to form joint cyberdefense network: TOKYO -- Japan, the U.S. and the Philippines will set up a joint cyberdefense framework ...
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Biden, Japan’s Kishida Push for Closer Ties to Counter China: The leaders aim to improve military coordination amid worries about North Korea’s nuclear program ...
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Japan 'two-faced' for seeking closer ties while warning of China threat, Chinese state media says
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White House state dinner for Japan serves up stars, springtime decor and little political talk
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Biden 'would support' Japan-North Korea summit, U.S. official says: WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Joe Biden would conditionally support a summit between Japanese ...
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Paid articlePaid The White House welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko Kishida, to Washington, D.C.
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As U.S. turns inward, Japan needs to carry the alliance: Armitage report: WASHINGTON -- The Western world is looking to Tokyo to uphold the free and open ...
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Biden's bad news on inflation: Inflation is rearing its ugly head again and it's a nightmare for Biden on several fronts.
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Give credit where credit’s due after prime minister's outstanding U.S. summit: The Japan-U.S. summit has been rightly called historic and a big deal for Tokyo ...
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'The world needs the United States': Kishida warns Congress over risk of American retreat
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Deeper and Wider Defense Integration Tops Japan-US Summit Agenda: The integration of command-and-control authorities of Japanese and U.S. forces in an emergency ...
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