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CRISIS

Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 7, 2015
Abe aide says BOJ could ease more if Greece sends yen surging
The Bank of Japan could boost its monetary stimulus to address any surge in the yen triggered by the Greek crisis, though any fallout from Europe will probably be limited, said an aide to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 5, 2015
German Euroskeptic party's founder ousted by rival who plans to focus on immigration
The founder of the Euroskeptic party Alternative for Germany (AfD) lost a leadership vote on Saturday to his main rival, heralding a new focus on immigration for a party that was set up to oppose the euro.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jul 4, 2015
Greeks deeply divided heading into crucial vote
Tens of thousands of Greeks took to the streets on Friday in rival rallies that laid bare the deep divide heading into a referendum that may decide the country's future in Europe's single currency.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / ANALYSIS
Jul 4, 2015
Does Greek vote befit the birthplace of democracy?
When Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras dropped the bombshell of a popular plebiscite on the tough demands of creditors keeping Greece afloat, he cited the country's pedigree as the "birthplace of democracy."
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jul 3, 2015
Referendum won't end Greek drama
Germany and the rest of the euro region are bracing for more Greek political upheaval followed by tortuous negotiations, even if the country votes for more austerity in Sunday's referendum.
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 30, 2015
For Japan, lesson from Greek crisis is to keep on spending
As one of the most indebted countries in the developed world, the crisis unfolding in Greece is causing a moment of self-reflection for Japan.
BUSINESS
Jun 30, 2015
Greece may find it easier to close banks than reopen them
Capital controls imposed in Greece are likely to stay in place for months and its banks may need billions of euros of new capital or even face nationalization under a lengthy financial rebuilding, industry sources said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 29, 2015
With possible 'Grexit,' Merkel fears 'blowing up Europe' for third time
"If you break it, you own it," former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned President George W. Bush before his invasion of Iraq.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Jun 29, 2015
In Greece, it's not over even when an old lady faints at the ATM
Her money was inside, she was outside, and the bank wasn't going to open.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Jun 29, 2015
At summit, EU hopes to deepen ties with China
The European Union will briefly put aside worries about Greece to broaden its relations with China at a summit in Brussels on Monday, hoping for Chinese investment in Europe's new infrastructure fund and support for a global climate deal.
BUSINESS / Economy / ANALYSIS
Jun 28, 2015
Rift with Greece sends European Union into uncharted territory
Europe's grand project to bind its nations into an unbreakable union by means of a common currency has lurched into uncharted waters after EU governments refused funding to save Greece from defaulting on its debts.
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 17, 2015
Twelve years on, Iraq's nightmare continues
Iraqis are experiencing far greater difficulties now than they ever did under Saddam Hussein.
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 7, 2015
The best and worst ways to default on sovereign debt
If Greece does decide to default, it should seek to make its path as smooth as possible.
COMMENTARY / World
May 29, 2015
Global financing has a go at global warming
Governments, regulators and market actors are starting to incorporate rules concerning sustainability into the financial system.
JAPAN
May 27, 2015
Passport confiscation policy should remain in place: Foreign Ministry
The government should maintain its policy of confiscating passports of Japanese nationals seeking to enter a foreign country or area controlled by extremists if it would put their life at risk, according to a new Foreign Ministry report.
JAPAN
May 14, 2015
Tepco could improve handling of radioactive waste at wrecked Fukushima plant, IAEA says
The United Nations nuclear watchdog said Thursday the management of radioactive waste and contaminated water at the tsunami-crippled Fukushima No. 1 nuclear power plant could be improved despite "good progress" in cleaning up the site.
Wealthy foreign nationals picking up ultimate souvenir — a condo in Tokyo
A high-end property in the fashionable Daikanyama district in Tokyo
Japan dispatches five language education 'partners' to India
Five members of the Japan Foundation's Nihongo Partners program (front) gather at the Japanese Embassy in New Delhi on Monday.
End of U.S. de minimis exemption causes headaches for some businesses in Japan
Proxy-shopping services — companies that ship Japanese products ranging from cosmetics and snacks to limited-edition stationery on behalf of customers abroad — are already feeling the impact of the U.S. suspending de minimis exemptions.
Over 90% of low-income families in Japan struggling to feed children
Save the Children Japan domestic program chief Sonoko Kawakami speaks at a news conference in Tokyo in July. A survey conducted by the group in June has found that over 90% of low-income households with children face food insecurity.
Struggling train firm in Chiba Prefecture turns to self-deprecating humor
"Laughter is important when you're in a difficult situation," said Katsunori Takemoto, president of Choshi Electric Railway, on Aug. 5 in Choshi, Chiba Prefecture.
Japan’s front-line researchers see bright path ahead for dementia treatment
A scientist looks at scans of grains at the Memory Centre at the Department of Readaptation and Geriatrics of the University Hospital (HUG) in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 6, 2023.
Still plenty to fight for, says Japan’s team leader at worlds
Race walker Hayato Katsuki earned bronze for Japan on the opening day of the World Athletics Championships on Saturday.
Wealthy foreign nationals picking up ultimate souvenir — a condo in Tokyo
A high-end property in the fashionable Daikanyama district in Tokyo
Japanese athletes inspired by raucous home fans at World Athletics Championships
Fans cheer on the home favorites during the women's marathon at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Sunday.
Japan's major art events converge this fall
Shinji Ohmaki’s “Tokinokage” exhibited at Fuji Textile Week 2021 shows the use of fabric as art.

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