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SHINZO ABE

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JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jun 7, 2020
Japan threads the needle as U.S.-China animosity hits new highs
When it comes to increasingly fraught ties between Washington and Beijing, Tokyo is facing a “be careful what you wish for” moment.
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
Jun 6, 2020
Understanding the reach of a Japanese political dynasty
Could Daigo's uncharacteristically serious tone in recent times indicate that he is finally thinking of a career in politics?
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 4, 2020
Japan's COVID-19 recovery plan frustrates struggling restaurants
The nation's u00a5230 trillion stimulus is falling short of sufficient support for small businesses.
JAPAN
Jun 2, 2020
Abe's proposal to shift the academic year to September faces increased opposition
The LDP's repudiation of a move to a September start is a further setback for the prime minister, who initially welcomed such a change.
JAPAN / Media / MEDIA MIX
May 30, 2020
Resignation raises uncomfortable questions about Japan prosecutors' powers
The public and the media cried foul because Kurokawa was seen to be sympathetic to the interests of the administration of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
BUSINESS / Economy
May 27, 2020
Abe Cabinet OKs another ¥117 trillion package to fend off COVID-19 fallout
The new package is aimed at further shoring up steps to help individuals and companies that are financially struggling due to the coronavirus.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 26, 2020
Some parts of Japan reopening faster than others after coronavirus emergency
Tokyo is aiming to initiate phase two of its three-step plan by this weekend.
JAPAN
May 25, 2020
Japan cautiously lifts last of virus emergency controls
The government's decision to lift the declaration highlights its strong desire to revive the nation's faltering economy as quickly as possible.
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
May 25, 2020
Japan sidestepped COVID-19's worst, so what now?
The number of reported cases accounts for roughly 0.01 percent of the nation's population, but the chance of a second wave remains ever present.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
May 25, 2020
Even as virus eases, the worst may be yet to come for Abe
Japan's coronavirus emergency was coming to an end, but Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's political troubles may be just beginning.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
May 24, 2020
Abe’s influence takes a hit with prosecutor scandal and bill reversal
Double punch casts a shadow over administration's signature agenda-setting authority.
Japan Times
JAPAN
May 22, 2020
Tokyo Gov. Yuriko Koike reveals restart plan as end of emergency looms
Three-stage plan will see business and facilities gradually encouraged to extend operating hours and crowd capacity as infections are monitored.
JAPAN
May 21, 2020
Top Tokyo prosecutor with close ties to Abe resigns after gambling exposé
The revelation marks the latest controversy surrounding Kurokawa, who is seen as having a close relationship with the prime minister's administration.

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