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NORTH

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 22, 2022
North Korea denies selling Russia arms and blasts U.S. for ‘rumors’
This month, U.S. officials said Russia wants to buy millions of rockets and artillery shells from North Korea to use in its war against Ukraine.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 19, 2022
New South Korean president tries to make his mark on foreign policy
Yoon Suk-yeol has aligned his country more closely with the United States, but there are limits to how far he can go without angering China or provoking North Korea.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 17, 2022
Victim laments 'largely failed' attempts to resolve North Korean abduction issue
'If reuniting victims with their parents is the most important solution to the abduction issue, that has largely failed,' Kaoru Hasuike, 64, said.
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Sep 17, 2022
No progress in Japan's investigation into North Korean abduction suspects
National Public Safety Commission Chairman Koichi Tani has admitted that police actions are 'unfortunately not producing effective results.'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 17, 2022
U.S. vows continued deployment of strategic assets after new North Korean nuclear law
The first meeting of the Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group since 2018 said any North Korean nuclear attack would be met with an 'overwhelming and decisive response.'
JAPAN
Sep 14, 2022
Public safety chief vows to improve VIP security measures in Japan
The new chairman said it is his duty to guide his agency to make sure that tragic incidents like the fatal shooting of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe never happens again.
JAPAN
Sep 12, 2022
Japan to resume missile evacuation drills after uptick in North Korean launches
Missiles fired by Beijing also fell into Japan's exclusive economic zone during military exercises conducted by China last month.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 9, 2022
New North Korea law outlines nuclear weapons use, including pre-emptive strikes
The move comes as observers say North Korea appears to be preparing to resume nuclear testing for the first time since 2017.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Society
Sep 8, 2022
South Korea offers talks with North for reunion of war-torn families
The two Koreas have held family reunions around major holidays, mostly under liberal governments in the South, which have sought to reengage the North and provide food and other handouts.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 7, 2022
Russia looking to buy 'millions' of North Korean rockets and artillery
The U.S. said any deal would violate U.N. sanctions on Pyongyang and described the move as the latest sign of Moscow's “desperation” as its bloody war in Ukraine grinds on.
Japan Times
WORLD
Sep 6, 2022
Russia is buying North Korean artillery, according to U.S. intelligence
American officials have said that, when it comes to Russia's ability to rebuild its military, the economic actions of Europe and the United States have been effective.
Transport ministry issues warning to Haneda Airport operator
The operator of Tokyo's Haneda Airport has been warned by the government over its inappropriate transactions.
Success of Chinese-made fighter jets against India raises alarm in Asia
Chinese J-10 fighter jets from the People's Liberation Army Air Force August 1st Aerobatics Team perform during a media demonstration at the Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, in November 2015.
One month on, Osaka Expo urged to boost heat and crowd control measures
A gate to the Osaka Expo site is crowded with visitors on Monday.
Xi defiance pays off as Trump meets most China trade demands
Then-Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping visits a school in South Gate, California, in February 2012. Experts say Xi won big in his standoff with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Consumption tax set to dominate Upper House election debate
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba enters his office in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Sculpted waves, sleek updos: Showa hairstyles are back in fashion
The larger-than-life hairstyles of Japan's Showa Era are unmistakable — and they're making a comeback.
Consumption tax set to dominate Upper House election debate
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba enters his office in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Japan should produce its own AI defense solutions, Sakana AI CEO says
Sakana AI CEO David Ha speaks at a news conference in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Nissan gets ‘wake-up call’ with $4.5 billion annual net loss
Nissan CEO Ivan Espinosa in Tokyo as the company releases its results
Japan set for bigger role in Philippines after SDF’s debut in key drills
Philippine Army Brig. Gen. Michael Logico, who was involved in managing the latest iteration of the Balikatan U.S.-Philippine drills, told The Japan Times that he expects military ties with Japan to surge even further once Tokyo ratifies a key visiting-forces agreement with Manila.

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