National
Coronavirus outbreak highlights need for independent CDC-style body in Japan
by Tomohiro Osaki
Experts say the agency taking point on the current health crisis lacks the administrative autonomy and power to take effective action.
National
Rise in COVID-19 cases in Japan prompts travel advisory revisions
by Magdalena Osumi
At least nine governments have called on their citizens to refrain from nonessential visits or to exercise increased caution during trips to Japan.
National / Politics
Japan, Australia look to hammer out status of forces pact in June
With Tokyo seeking to build regional defense cooperation as China increasingly flexes its muscles, joint military drills with countries like Australia will become more frequent.
