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.
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 struggles to nail down date for Biden-Kishida follow-up: WASHINGTON -- The U.S. has pushed back plans to hold crucial defense meetings with Japan that were ...
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South Korea protests Japanese leaders' offerings to Yasukuni shrine: South Korea on Sunday protested Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offering to Tokyo's ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Objects to Japanese Leaders' Yasukuni Shrine Offerings
- South Korea expressed deep disappointment on Sunday over Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offerings at the Yasukuni Shrine and urged Japanese leaders to show repentance for the country's wartime past.
- The shrine is viewed by Beijing and Seoul as a representation of Japan's historical military aggression due to its inclusion of 14 Japanese wartime leaders among the 2.5 million war dead honored there.
- The South Korean government calls on Japanese leaders to confront history and demonstrate sincere repentance, which would be a crucial step towards enhancing relations between the two countries.
- Despite progress in the South Korea-Japan relationship, particularly in security cooperation, the offerings made by Kishida and some cabinet members at the Yasukuni Shrine have sparked protests from South Korea.
Japan and North Korea Need to Start a New Chapter: Can the leaders of the two countries part ways with their respective predecessors?
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
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
U.S. official says Kishida and Yoon deserve Nobel Peace Prize: WASHINGTON/SEOUL -- A senior U.S. official said Wednesday that the leaders of Japan and South ...
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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.
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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Kishida deserves credit for passage of Ukraine aid: US diplomat - The Mainichi: WASHINGTON (Kyodo) -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida should be given a ...
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Support for Japan PM Kishida's Cabinet tops 20% for 1st time in 3 months: Mainichi poll - The Mainichi
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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.
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.
Japan, South Korean leaders agree to deepen ties, including with US - The Mainichi
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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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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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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.
In pictures: Here is a look at some of the key moments from the U.S.-Japan summit.asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/In-pictures-U.S.-Japan-summit (Photo by Reuters, Getty Images)
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.
China opposes Japan prime minister's offering at Yasukuni shrine: China expressed strong opposition on Monday to a ritual offering made by Japanese Prime ...
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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 ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/the-elephant-in-the-room-an-imminent-danger-to-the-japan-us-alliance/
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 ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/a-warm-welcome-for-japans-kishida-in-washington/
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.
'How Embarrassing': Trump Mocked For 'Pretending To Be President' In Strange Ceremony
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Japan PM sends offering to war-linked Yasukuni shrine for spring rite - The Mainichi
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Biden vows 'ironclad' defense of Philippines, Japan as China tension mounts - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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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
Kishida Cabinet Approval Rating Hovers at 25%; Remains in 20% Range for 6 Consecutive Months
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Japan's popular duo Yoasobi invited to White House dinner for Kishida - The Mainichi
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Kishida is now postwar Japan's eighth-longest-serving PM: Victory in the LDP's presidential election in autumn will put him in the running to surpass Nobusuke ...
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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.
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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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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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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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/
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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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 PM to unveil measures to protect Amazon rainforest in Brazil - The Mainichi
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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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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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US Steel shareholders approve takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel opposed by Biden administration
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Japan and Brazil to sign decarbonization deal at May summit: TOKYO -- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to sign a cooperation deal on ...
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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Kishida may pay a price, but has handled LDP scandal shrewdly: Kiyoteru Tsutsui is the Henri H. and Tomoye Takahashi professor of Japanese studies at the ...
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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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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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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
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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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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🇯🇵🇺🇸 US President Joe Biden met with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Washington on Wednesday amid rising tensions with #NorthKorea 🇰🇵
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Japan PM Kishida’s Speech to U.S. Congress Receives Praise from Leaders of Democratic, Republican Parties
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North Carolina governor to welcome historic visitor at mansion: Japan's Prime Minister Kishida
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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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Kishida's leadership put to test as by-election campaigning begins - The Mainichi
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Japan PM Kishida Cabinet's support rate rises to 23.8%: Kyodo poll - The Mainichi
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Japan’s LDP Battles to Avoid ‘Total Defeat’ in By-Elections; Opposition Party Guards against Overconfidence
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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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White House state dinner for Japan serves up stars, springtime decor and little political talk
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The White House welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko Kishida, to Washington, D.C.
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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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Kishida to Announce Intl Framework for Generative AI; Japan Seeks to Take Lead in Creating Global Rules
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US aims to boost ties with Asian allies Japan, Philippines amid tensions with China
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Japan's Kishida visits Washington, Uniqlo parent earnings, China data: Welcome to Your Week in Asia.It's a busy one on the diplomatic front as Chinese ...
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Kishida must wish he’d stayed in Washington: At home, Kishida’s polling numbers near record lows, he faces never-ending political scandals and a public that is ...
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'The world needs the United States': Kishida warns Congress over risk of American retreat
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Microsoft offers to invest $2.9 billion in Japan to enhance AI data centers - The Mainichi
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HAPPENING NOW: Pres. Biden holds an arrival ceremony for Japanese Prime Minister Kishida. abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-japan-make-historic-announcements-summit-official/story
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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Yoasobi To Be Invited to White House Dinner During Kishida’s State Visit; Kishida To Gift Wajima Lacquerware to U.S. President Biden
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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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