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Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jan 23, 2023

France and Germany seek to relaunch ties despite Ukraine strains

With pressure growing to supply Ukraine with highly regarded German Leopard tanks, Chancellor Olaf Scholz stopped short of any pledge, instead insisting all allies must work together.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jan 19, 2023

Asia turns to tech to help watch over a growing elderly population

Smart home technologies such as cameras, robots, motion sensors and artificial intelligence-based speakers are being rolled out to help take care of loved ones.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 18, 2023

Boris Pistorius to be new German defense minister amid momentous change

The appointment follows the resignation of Christine Lambrecht at a crucial time for the ministry, with Germany under intense pressure to send battle tanks to Ukraine.
Japan Times
Finland report 2023
Jan 18, 2023

A trusted partnership

A “trusted partnership” — these are the words that Prime Minister Sanna Marin repeated during her visit to Japan in May. She described the Finnish relationship with Japan in this way at a summit meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, a meeting with business leaders and during her speech at...

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Mount Fuji is considered one of Japan's most iconic symbols and is a major draw for tourists. It's still a mountain, though, and potential hikers need to properly prepare for any climb.
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