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Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Dec 9, 2018
Experts question whether Nick Ayers has gravitas to be President Donald Trump's next chief of staff
Nick Ayers, in talks with President Donald Trump to become his new White House chief of staff, is a 36-year-old political whiz-kid who could help with the looming re-election campaign, but critics question whether he has the grit needed to keep Trump and an often chaotic administration under control.
Japan Times
WORLD / Crime & Legal
Nov 21, 2018
Putting 'America First,' Trump stands by Saudis, admitting 'maybe' crown prince knew of slaying
President Donald Trump said he wouldn't downgrade U.S. relations with Saudi Arabia over the murder of columnist Jamal Khashoggi, regardless of whether Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ordered his death.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Nov 19, 2018
U.S. vice president's sharp China attacks fuel Asia's fears of a new Cold War
Since the Soviet Union fell in the early 1990s, Southeast Asia has sought to avoid getting caught in a fight between major powers. The Trump administration is making that position look increasingly untenable.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 18, 2018
Australia and New Zealand team up with Japan and U.S. to curb China in South Pacific
Australia and New Zealand step up coordination with Japan and the U.S. in the face of growing Chinese influence over Pacific island states in the region.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Nov 18, 2018
Pence says Taiwan's APEC envoy asked to start free trade talks
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said that Taiwan's representative at a regional summit spoke to him about a possible trade deal.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Nov 14, 2018
Pence tells Suu Kyi violence against Rohingya 'is without excuse'
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence criticized Myanmar's military over the persecution of Rohingya Muslims in a meeting with national leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Wednesday and said those responsible should be held accountable.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Nov 14, 2018
Freedom of navigation? Defiant U.S. Vice President Mike Pence flies over disputed South China Sea
Vice President Mike Pence has undertaken a kind of "freedom of navigation" operation of his own over the disputed South China Sea, an interview published Tuesday revealed ahead of Pence's visit to Singapore for a series of meetings in the region.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 13, 2018
In Tokyo, Pence praises U.S.-Japan alliance as 'model' for Asian nations
Pence's visit comes as U.S. President Donald Trump has further toughened his trade stance against Asian nations, including Japan.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 13, 2018
Xi seen expanding China's Pacific footprint at Australia's expense as Trump snubs APEC confab
For Xi Jinping, diplomatic wins rarely come this easily: Just showing up at an Asia-Pacific summit this week would help score a victory for China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 12, 2018
Pence subs for Trump at summits with skeptical Asian nations
U.S. President Donald Trump's absence at several international summits in Asia this week isn't a snub, Vice President Mike Pence told reporters en route to the region.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 8, 2018
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to hold talks with Prime Minister Abe during Tokyo visit next week
The two are expected to discuss various issues including how to deal with North Korea, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said in Tokyo.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Nov 6, 2018
Abe and Mike Pence may meet next week to discuss North Korea: Japanese government sources
During the planned meeting, Abe is expected to seek cooperation in resolving the abductions issue and brief Pence on his recent visit to China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Oct 28, 2018
China still poring over little-noticed Pence speech weeks later
In Washington, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence's Oct. 4 speech ripping China was largely lost amid the uproar over the midterms and Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Oct 27, 2018
How Republicans are using immigration to scare voters to the polls
Analysis
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Oct 8, 2018
China slashes banks' reserve requirements as trade war with U.S. imperils growth
China's central bank on Sunday announced a steep cut in the level of cash that banks must hold as reserves, stepping up moves to lower financing costs and spur growth amid concerns over the economic drag from an escalating trade dispute with the United States.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 4, 2018
Pence to visit Japan in November for economic dialogue with Aso
The U.S. and Japanese governments are arranging an economic dialogue in mid-November in Japan involving Vice President Mike Pence and Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso, sources said Thursday.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Sep 1, 2018
Trump to skip summits with Asian leaders in Singapore and Papua New Guinea; Pence to attend
U.S. President Donald Trump will skip summits with Asian leaders in Singapore and Papua New Guinea in November, sending Vice President Mike Pence in his place, the White House said on Friday, an announcement that will raise questions about his commitment to a regional strategy to counter China.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
May 8, 2018
U.S. Embassy road signs go up in Jerusalem
U.S. Embassy road signs went up in Jerusalem on Monday before next week's opening of the mission in accordance with President Donald Trump's recognition of the city as Israel's capital.
BUSINESS
Apr 24, 2018
Japan to promote U.S. natural gas exports to Asia
The Japanese government said it will promote the exports of U.S. liquefied natural gas to Asian countries to help slash Washington's trade deficit.
WORLD / Politics
Apr 16, 2018
New Pence national security aide steps down after Trump is told he was a 'Never Trumper'
A new national security aide to U.S. Vice President Mike Pence stepped down Sunday, only two days after being officially named to the job, after a behind-the-scenes White House argument made headlines, a White House official said.
Number of homeless in Japan hits record low
Homeless people sleep on the street in Tokyo's Shinjuku Ward in August 2021.
In Japan, regional revitalization fails to halt population decline
Sakiyama elementary school in Tamba, Hyogo Prefecture, in March .Over the past decade, the government has directed efforts toward policies designed to give young people incentives to base themselves in rural areas.
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
Ukraine is far from doomed
When comparing Ukraine’s military situation in 2024 to Europe’s in 1941, Russia’s defeat seems entirely possible.
When will Japan intervene to support the yen?
Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki has reiterated the government's readiness to take an appropriate action as the yen continues to slide against the U.S. dollar.
Japan wants you to spend more with ‘luxury tourism’
Performers play a traditional drum unique to Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the prefectural capital of Kanazawa on March 16 to mark the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture.
Theaster Gates’ ambitious ‘Afro-Mingei’ brings Black Chicago to Tokyo
Theaster Gates' “A Heavenly Chord” lines up church pews before seven speakers and a Hammond B3 organ, a type of electric organ prevalent in Black American churches.
Casa del Cibo: A thriving jewel born from Tohoku’s harsh past
When chef Ryohei Ikemi moved to Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, and opened Casa del Cibo in 2011, it was the first proper Italian restaurant in the city.
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
Kyotographie's strong 12th edition shines light into the margins
Yassine Alaoui Ismaili, who goes by Yoriyas, turned to photography, shooting motion while in motion himself, after an injury forced him to give up his career as a professional breakdancer.

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