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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 26, 2016
Duterte vows not to abandon Japan on security matters as he takes more jabs as U.S.
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, in his role as the chief ally of the United States, on Wednesday pressed Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on the importance of the alliance with the U.S. in terms of securing the region.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 26, 2016
In boon for Abe, LDP officially signs off on extending president's term
The Liberal Democratic Party changes its rules to extend the maximum tenure of its president, Shinzo Abe, to nine years.
Japan Times
CULTURE / Entertainment news
Oct 25, 2016
Stars come out for Tokyo film festival opening
The 29th Tokyo International Film Festival marked its opening Tuesday afternoon with a traditional red carpet ceremony that was heavy on Asian stars and filmmakers.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Oct 24, 2016
LDP wins big, but is it enough for Abe to call snap election?
With Sunday's double victory in Tokyo and Fukuoka by-elections, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe might be feeling relieved — but not exactly over the moon.
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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 22, 2016
Tokyo braces for fence-mending role in U.S.-Philippine estrangement during Duterte visit
As Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte prepares to make his first visit to Japan since taking office in June, Tokyo is looking to play peacemaker between Washington and Manila.
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MORE SPORTS
Oct 21, 2016
WADA chief Reedie calls on Abe to provide more funding to fight doping
World Anti-Doping Agency President Craig Reedie challenged Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to put his money where his mouth is and increase Japan's funding in the fight against doping on Friday.
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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 21, 2016
Tokyo rushes to analyze Duterte's remarks on Philippines' 'separation' from U.S.
If Duterte weakens Manila's ties with the U.S. and instead leans further toward China, it will be problematic for Japanese diplomacy, experts say.
EDITORIALS
Oct 21, 2016
Another snap election?
Prime Minister Abe should consider whether yet another election is in the interests of voters — especially if it's to be held with the disparity in the value of votes between constituencies uncorrected.
JAPAN
Oct 21, 2016
2017 gubernatorial elections may pose snag to Abe's reactor restart quest
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ambition to restart the country's fleet of nuclear reactors may face further challenges from regional elections.
JAPAN
Oct 20, 2016
Four-time Olympic gold medal-winner Icho awarded People's Honor
Four-time Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Kaori Icho was awarded the People's Honor Award by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 20, 2016
In move that may benefit Abe, LDP to extend term limit for party presidency
The ruling could possibly see Prime Minister Shinzo Abe running for a third term in 2018.
JAPAN
Oct 19, 2016
Business tops Abe's talks with Brazil's Temer
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Brazilian counterpart, President Michel Temer, agreed Wednesday to pursue economic cooperation in infrastructure projects, while the new Brazilian president seeks foreign investment in a bid to shore up the nation's battered economy.
JAPAN
Oct 17, 2016
Imperial abdication committee holds first meeting
A government advisory panel met Monday for the first time to discuss measures to reduce Emperor Akihito's public duties, with the central issue expected to be whether and how an emperor should be allowed to abdicate due to advanced age.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 17, 2016
Japan denies reported plan to jointly administer Russian-held islands
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga on Monday denied a media report that the government is discussing jointly administering with Russia the disputed islands off Hokkaido as it seeks a breakthrough deal on a row that has prevented the two nations from inking a peace treaty to formally end World War...
JAPAN / EXPLAINER
Oct 17, 2016
Abe-Putin summit to open door to isle row solution
When Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in the Russian resort town of Sochi in May, they agreed on one thing: the need for a new approach to settling the dispute over four islands off Hokkaido.
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JAPAN / Politics
Oct 15, 2016
Japan and Mongolia agree to strengthen ties further
Mongolian Prime Minister Jargaltulga Erdenebat and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe agreed Friday during talks in Tokyo to accelerate ongoing efforts to draw up a 2017-21 action plan to strengthen bilateral ties.
JAPAN
Oct 14, 2016
Japan mourns Thai king; hundreds flock to embassy in Tokyo
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is one of the first world leaders to pay tribute to Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 14, 2016
Japan hoping to pressure U.S. to follow its lead on TPP
Undeterred by vigorous opposition in the U.S. to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the Abe administration expressed determination Friday to swiftly ratify the free trade agreement and pressure Washington to follow in its footsteps.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 13, 2016
Abe urges Renho to prove her status under the law with release of family registry
Prime Minister Abe adds fresh fuel to the flames of his opponents ongoing dual passport controversy.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 11, 2016
By-election campaigns that may prompt Abe to call snap election kick off
Campaigning for two pivotal by-elections in Tokyo and Fukuoka get underway.Campaigning for two pivotal by-elections in Tokyo and Fukuoka get underway.

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