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JAPAN / Politics
Feb 13, 2019
Government slammed for singling out 'problematic' Tokyo Shimbun reporter in warning to press club
The government's handling of a Tokyo Shimbun reporter known for her assertive questioning style has come under heavy scrutiny, after it emerged that authorities issued a statement last year singling her out for criticism and urging the Japanese press to keep their questions "accurate" and "fact-based."...
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 13, 2019
Abe's remark that DPJ rule was 'like a nightmare' sparks opposition fury as Japan elections loom
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and opposition heavyweight Katsuya Okada argued emotionally in the Diet on Tuesday over Abe's recent remark that Japan was going through a "nightmare" before his Liberal Democratic Party returned to power in 2012.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Feb 6, 2019
Abenomics under heavy fire after dodgy data hid apparent drop in wages across Japan in 2018
The government refuses to publicize the average real wage of workers for last year, causing heated debate in the current Diet session and raising questions about the credibility of Abenomics.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Feb 6, 2019
Choice of Vietnam for next Trump-Kim summit offers something for both sides
U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will hold their second summit on Feb. 27 and 28, this time in Vietnam, Trump said during his State of the Union speech Tuesday — making for a highly symbolic choice that experts say offers something for both sides as they seek to kick-start...
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Feb 4, 2019
Abe and Merkel seek to take Japan-Germany ties to 'higher level' amid trade turmoil and Brexit
Visit days after the Japan-EU trade pact took effect “sends a strong message on promotion of free trade” and strengthening economic ties, Abe said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jan 29, 2019
With raft of challenges but no serious challenger, Abe remains popular by default
About six months after facing calls to resign, the prime minister finds himself in a relatively strong position ahead of a year with key hurdles to overcome.

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