Asia Pacific Dec 21, 2021
The nations said rules imposed by Beijing that reduced directly elected seats and controlled who could stand had eroded democracy in the Chinese territory.
World Dec 13, 2021
G7 ministers voice concern over China's 'coercive' economic policies
The G7 ministers also said Russia would face "massive consequences and severe cost in response" if it engages in further military aggression toward Ukraine.
National Dec 12, 2021
Japan's foreign minister plays 'Imagine' on piano at Beatles museum
Foreign Minister Hayashi, known as a music fan, is a member of a band formed by Japanese lawmakers.
World / Politics Dec 11, 2021
U.K. says West will counter 'aggressors' as G7 ministers and allies meet
U.K. Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has vowed the West and its allies will "take a stand against aggressors who seek to undermine liberty" as she hosts a Group of Seven ministerial summit.
World Nov 30, 2021
Biden says omicron 'not a cause for panic' as G7 urges action
While it remains unclear how infectious and how resistant the strain may prove to vaccines, its emergence underscores how besieged the world remains by COVID-19.
World Oct 23, 2021
G7 agree to eradicate forced labor amid China's treatment of Uyghurs
Trade ministers from the Group of Seven countries expressed concern over forced labor, in a veiled criticism of China's treatment of the Uyghur Muslim minority.
Business / Tech Oct 11, 2021
G7 to set out guiding principles on central bank digital currencies
At a meeting of finance chiefs on Wednesday, the nations will call for transparency and privacy protections as part of a common set of rules for the currencies, a draft document shows.
National Oct 11, 2021
Current urban redevelopment projects will prepare the city to host the international summit, says Mayor Soichiro Takashima.
World Aug 24, 2021
G7 leaders plan to pledge unity on Taliban recognition and sanctions
Recognition is a political act with important consequences, including allowing the Taliban access to the foreign aid relied upon by previous Afghan governments.
World / Politics Aug 21, 2021
Biden assured G7 allies in June that U.S. would ensure Kabul’s stability
by Alberto Nardelli
The discussions between G7 leaders highlight how many governments were caught off guard by the speed of the Taliban advance.
National | FOCUS Aug 17, 2021
Can Japan lead global health finance amid the pandemic?
by Ko Hirano
Among G7 nations, Japan was the largest provider of development aid in response to the pandemic, but some are urging it to do even more.
World | FOCUS Aug 9, 2021
How a little-known G7 task force unwittingly helps governments target critics
by Angus Berwick
Anti-money laundering guidelines are being used by some countries to investigate and freeze the assets of rights groups, lawyers and journalists.