Commentary / World Nov 17, 2020
As Asia moves forward, the U.S. sits on the sidelines
by Brad Glosserman
Donald Trump’s absence marked the third consecutive year in which he failed to show up for the annual ASEAN get-together.
Business Nov 16, 2020
Japan businesses expect RCEP deal to boost Asia trade and investment
RCEP, covering some 46% of Japan's total trade, will be the country's first trade deal with both China, its largest trading partner, and South Korea, its third largest.
Business Nov 15, 2020
Japan, China and other Asian nations sign massive RCEP trade pact
The pact includes Japan, China and members of ASEAN and will cover nearly a third of the global economy.
National Nov 15, 2020
Asia-Pacific leaders voice concern over South China Sea as tensions persist
Suga called out moves in the East and South China seas that "run counter to the rule of law and openness" and shared deep concerns with regional countries.
Asia Pacific / Politics Nov 14, 2020
U.S. President Donald Trump skipped a summit with his Southeast Asian counterparts for the third year in a row on Saturday, with rival China set to expand its influence with a massive free trade deal in the region. National security adviser Robert O'Brien said Trump ...
National Oct 21, 2020
Japan offers emergency loan to Cambodia as Tokyo ups aid to ASEAN states
The Cambodian foreign minister expressed thanks for the support and added that he expects to further promote the countries' cooperation in fighting the pandemic.
National / Politics | FOCUS Oct 16, 2020
In first foreign trip, Suga faces test of diplomacy — and resolve on China
by Satoshi Sugiyama
Many are keen to see how Japan’s new leader will embody his vision for diplomacy in one of the world’s most critical geopolitical arenas.
World Oct 8, 2020
Taiwan's Tsai eyes regional cooperation to counter Chinese expansion
The leader said her island wished to contribute to an open, free region with a rules-based order.
Business / Corporate Oct 8, 2020
Worries grow among Japanese firms in Southeast Asia as virus cases surge
In Myanmar, where more than 400 Japanese companies are based, virus cases had exceeded 10,000 in late September.
Commentary / Japan Oct 7, 2020
The Quad Security Dialogue in Tokyo: Who will join next?
by Kuni Miyake
The four foreign ministers basically echoed each other's positions and agreed to meet regularly. The real question, however, is who, if any, will join the Quad next.
National Sep 30, 2020
Suga eyes Vietnam and Indonesia for first overseas trip as PM
The plan to visit the Association of Southeast Asian Nations members comes as Japan seeks to strengthen ties with countries in the region.