Pandemic wreaks havoc on Japan's homeless as government touts 'self-reliance'
As the coronavirus scourge continues to wreak havoc on the economy, the burden is unduly falling on so-called nonregular workers whose employment is unstable.
Japan mulls new cash handout for needy households as pandemic drags on
Under the envisaged plan, applicants for the new program of pandemic support would be required to meet conditions such as not possessing deposits and savings in excess of ¥1 million.
Japan could freeze all aid to Myanmar, foreign minister warns
Japan is a top donor to Myanmar, and it has already suspended new aid after the military ousted civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Japan to donate $4 million in food aid for crisis-hit Myanmar
Japan believes such punitive measures may drive Myanmar closer to China, a strategic competitor to the United States and its allies in the Indo-Pacific.
Japanese firms had direct links to Myanmar junta, probe finds
At least 10 Japanese companies have had ties to firms affiliated with Myanmar's military or have taken part in projects that could be sources of income for the junta.
Colonization by other means: China’s debt-trap diplomacy
In stark contrast to China's loans, interest rates for Japan’s infrastructure loans to developing countries, for example, mostly run below half a percent.
Meanwhile the foreign ministers of Japan and Australia also agreed to promote cooperation among the "Quad" group involving India and the United States.
Philippine armed forces become first foreign military to get gear via Japanese ODA
Tokyo has begun providing the Philippine military with lifesaving equipment through official development assistance in a bid to strengthen defense ties.
Young people have stepped into the breach, setting up apps to crowdsource aid, delivering key supplies and using social media to direct resources to people in need.
Japanese companies' employees in Myanmar favor economic sanctions
The results of the online survey, conducted by Japanese who operate businesses in Myanmar, showed that 95.2% of the 145 respondents favored such sanctions.
Japan to boost aid for firms with large facilities under COVID-19 emergency
The employment adjustment subsidy program for companies that put staff on paid leave will also be extended until the end of June.
Japan-U.S. alliance should provide an alternative to China
A Japan-U.S. alliance should provide an alternative to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, while strengthening the ability of smaller states to defend their territorial integrity.
