Business | ANALYSIS May 19, 2022
The British pound: The sick man of the currency world
by Saikat Chatterjee
Any protracted trade war with the EU would threaten to further widen the current account deficit and subsequently weaken the currency.
National May 18, 2022
Japan and Britain resolve jurisdiction issue in talks over military pact
The Japan and U.K. governments have resolved the primary jurisdiction issue in talks regarding the legal status of Self-Defense Forces and British personnel while in each other's territory.
National May 13, 2022
Japan agrees with Britain, Canada, France on G7 unity against Russia
Hayashi and French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian agreed that the security of Europe and the Indo-Pacific region are inseparable.
World May 10, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II misses U.K. Parliament opening for first time since 1963
Buckingham Palace said she skipped the annual showpiece on medical advice, making the decision "reluctantly" as she continues to experience "episodic mobility problems."
Commentary / World May 10, 2022
Pure gold for Japan’s Golden Week diplomacy
by Michael MacArthur Bosack
More than just photo opportunities, Kishida's diplomatic engagements were meaningful — some producing major developments in Japan’s bilateral relationships with important partners.
World / Politics May 6, 2022
Boris Johnson blamed as Tories lose seats in U.K. council elections
by Kitty Donaldson
Mixed results overall will provide some solace for Johnson, who came into the vote under pressure following a series of missteps — including the "partygate” scandal.
National | FOCUS May 6, 2022
Kishida showcases diplomatic skills as Upper House poll looms
While focusing on Russia's invasion of Ukraine during the tour, Kishida appears to have kept the summer vote in mind, with the election marking a watershed moment for his administration.
Commentary / World May 5, 2022
Brexit made Boris Johnson. Now he has to face its costs.
by Therese Raphael
The inflationary impact on the U.K. economy and the risks of de-globalization are worsening pressure on companies and consumers.
National May 5, 2022
Japan and Britain reach broad accord on reciprocal access agreement
The accord is intended to enhance Japan-Britain defense cooperation at a time when security tensions are increasing.
World / Politics May 2, 2022
Nationalists eye power as Northern Ireland holds 'seismic' election
Apart from periods of direct rule by London, pro-U.K. unionists have held power there since 1921, when the rest of Ireland achieved self-rule.
World / Politics Apr 29, 2022
Local elections could spell end of the party for U.K.'s Johnson
by Andrew Macaskill and Michael Holden
Conservative lawmakers are wondering if Johnson is still an electoral asset, and a poor showing in local elections next Thursday might provoke a leadership challenge.
Business / Economy Apr 26, 2022
Brexit caused a ‘major shock’ to U.K. trade patterns, study says
by Philip Aldrick
However, the researchers stressed that the results may "reflect temporary changes,” since the study captures only the first year of Brexit and didn’t asses trade in services.