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Japanese Prime Minister to address the U.S. Congress with a call to restore aid to Ukraine

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will address the U. S. Congress to call for continued military assistance to Ukraine and emphasize the importance of a strong U.S.-Japanese partnership.

Politics • April 11, 11:19 AM • 25700 views

Japan and the United States announce modernization of military cooperation

Japan and the United States signed agreements to strengthen security and military cooperation, including joint development of defense equipment, new military command and control systems, modernization of defense communications networks, cooperation in air defense, as well as the creation of a working group for fighter pilot training and joint development of a jet simulator.

News of the World • April 10, 11:14 PM • 62384 views

Japan will invest in the development of Ukraine's economy and help with demining

Japan plans to increase its contribution to humanitarian demining in Ukraine and to facilitate the entry of Japanese companies, including Nikken Corporation, which specializes in the production of demining machines, into the Ukrainian market to invest in Ukraine's economic development.

Economy • April 10, 03:27 PM • 31387 views

External financing to reach USD 10.2 billion in 2024 - Minister of Finance

In 2024, Ukraine received $10. 2 billion in external financing from international partners, including the US, EU, Japan, Canada, IMF, UK, and Norway.

Economy • April 10, 12:59 PM • 21892 views

Since the beginning of the war, more than nine thousand enemy drones have been destroyed in the skies over Ukraine

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian military has shot down more than 9,000 Russian drones, including Iranian Shaheed-136 drones assembled in Russia from components from the United States, Canada, and Japan.

War • April 9, 02:29 PM • 25709 views

Kuleba discusses strengthening partnership and promoting the "Peace Formula" with Japanese Foreign Minister

Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba thanked Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoko Kamikawa for Japan's continued support for Ukraine and discussed ways to promote the Peace Formula, strengthen bilateral cooperation and enhance the Distinctive Global Partnership between the two countries.

Politics • April 8, 09:49 AM • 24525 views

"A turning point": Japan's Prime Minister says the country is changing its defense posture

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said that Russia's attack on Ukraine, as well as the situation in the Middle East and East Asia, requires changes in the country's policy. Geopolitical tensions have pushed the world to a "historic turning point" and forced Japan to change its defense strategy.

Politics • April 8, 09:37 AM • 38166 views

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 occurred off the coast of Japan

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5. 2 occurred off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture in southwestern Japan, prompting warnings of potential aftershocks, but no tsunami threat.

News of the World • April 8, 03:41 AM • 31319 views

Ukraine's international reserves increased significantly over the month to $43.8 billion: NBU explains by financing from partners

Ukraine's international reserves rose to $43. 8 billion in early April, up 18% over the month, thanks to significant inflows from international partners of over $9 billion, which exceeded debt repayments and foreign currency sales.

Economy • April 5, 09:28 AM • 90082 views

Japan has expanded the list of goods banned for delivery to russia

Japan has expanded the list of goods banned from being shipped to russia to include mineral fuels, lubricants, nitrocellulose, steel products, electrical equipment and pleasure craft.

Economy • April 5, 08:08 AM • 26869 views

More than $700 million allocated by international partners for demining in Ukraine

International partners have allocated more than $700 million for humanitarian demining projects in Ukraine for 2022-2027, with the United States, Switzerland, Norway, EU countries, Japan, the Netherlands, and Germany among the key donors.

War • April 5, 07:18 AM • 24992 views

South Korea plans trilateral summit with Japan and China in May to discuss regional issues

South Korea plans to hold a trilateral summit with Japan and China in May to discuss economic cooperation, regional issues, including nuclear and missile threats from North Korea, and to resume trilateral dialogue after a break since 2019.

News of the World • April 5, 04:01 AM • 32496 views

Spring joy in Tokyo: people enjoy the cherry blossoms

On Thursday, sakura blossomed in Japan. However, due to unfavorable weather conditions, flowering began 4 days later than usual.

News of the World • April 4, 11:24 PM • 37911 views

Borrell: Indo-Pacific region and Russia's aggression against Ukraine are linked, moscow is close to North Korea

Russia's veto of North Korea's ballistic missile control and their cooperation in providing weapons to attack Ukraine demonstrates the close ties between Russia and North Korea amid Russia's aggression against Ukraine, Borrell points out.

War • April 4, 01:22 PM • 96577 views

An earthquake struck off the coast of Fukushima, Japan

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6. 0 occurred off the coast of Fukushima, Japan, at a depth of 40 km, causing aftershocks in 19 prefectures, but there was no tsunami threat.

News of the World • April 4, 03:40 AM • 47596 views

North Korea tests new Hwasong-16B hypersonic missile

North Korea has successfully tested a new medium-range hypersonic missile, the Hwasong-16B, which Kim Jong Un called a key element in deterring enemies such as the United States, South Korea, and Japan.

War • April 3, 12:15 PM • 22264 views

Drone attack on Tatarstan: the UN condemns the strike and calls the "Shahed" plant "civilian infrastructure"

After a drone attack on a Russian factory in Tatarstan that produces kamikaze drones, the UN called for an end to attacks on "civilian infrastructure.

War • April 3, 09:53 AM • 22497 views

Zelenskyy speaks with Japanese Prime Minister: additional assistance to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and preparation of a security agreement discussed

Zelenskyy and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida discussed Ukraine's need for non-lethal weapons, additional assistance for the current year, increased sanctions pressure on Russia, the confiscation of frozen Russian assets, and the preparation of a bilateral security agreement between the two countries.

War • April 3, 09:48 AM • 20651 views

44 countries supported the creation of a special tribunal for Russia

44 countries support the creation of a special tribunal to investigate and prosecute the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine, and the Netherlands has offered to host it.

War • April 3, 04:02 AM • 35800 views

Reuters: tsunami warning after 7.5 magnitude earthquake southwest of Japan

An earthquake with a magnitude of 7. 5 occurred in southwestern Japan, triggering warnings of a tsunami up to 3 meters high on the island of Okinawa.

News of the World • April 3, 12:33 AM • 32433 views

108 thousand doses of MMR vaccine delivered to Ukraine for vaccination of children

108,000 doses of MMR vaccine were delivered to Ukraine by UNICEF with the support of Japan and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide free vaccination of children against measles, mumps and rubella.

Society • April 2, 01:17 PM • 22153 views

US calls on South Korea to tighten control over chip exports to China

The United States agrees with South Korea to impose restrictions on the export of semiconductor technology and equipment to China, similar to those already imposed by the United States, as part of efforts to hinder the development of the Chinese semiconductor industry for national security reasons.

News of the World • April 2, 10:18 AM • 24396 views

MP: 6 to 8 million applications for compensation may be submitted to the Register of Losses

The International Register of Damages for Ukraine (RD4U) is expected to receive between 6 and 8 million applications for compensation for damages caused by Russian aggression from individuals, businesses, and the government.

War • April 2, 09:20 AM • 24045 views

GUR attacked a factory assembling Shaheds in Russia: what is known about this production and what does Tinder have to do with it

Drones attacked the territory of an enterprise located in the city of Elabuga in Tatarstan. The attacked enterprise was engaged in the production of drones.

War • April 2, 09:02 AM • 511406 views

Japanese whiskey is allowed to be produced only using local water

Japanese whiskey must now be produced using only local water and aged in barrels in Japan for at least 3 years to combat counterfeiting and protect the image of genuine Japanese whiskey.

Economy • April 2, 03:22 AM • 28717 views

The royal family of Japan made their debut on Instagram

The Japanese royal family debuted on Instagram with photos and videos of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, aiming to help the public better understand their official duties.

News of the World • April 1, 11:22 PM • 28085 views

Soaring coffee prices are already having an impact - FT

Extreme temperatures and droughts in Southeast Asia have led to lower coffee bean yields in Vietnam and Indonesia, the world's second and third largest producers, sending global coffee futures to near record highs.

Economy • April 1, 02:32 PM • 34439 views

Ukraine receives $118 million from Japan for healthcare and recovery

Ukraine has received $118 million in grants from Japan under the World Bank's HEAL and HOPE projects to support the state budget, health care system, and housing repairs.

Economy • April 1, 07:38 AM • 26064 views

Japan extends trade sanctions against russia over invasion of Ukraine

Japan has extended trade sanctions against russia for another year, raising duties on imported goods in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

War • March 30, 03:38 AM • 103085 views

US and Japan plan to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence and semiconductors

The United States and Japan plan to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence and semiconductors, creating a framework for joint research and development involving companies such as Nvidia, Arm, and Amazon.

Economy • March 30, 02:53 AM • 76126 views

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The State Statistics Service reported how much the prices for Easter cake ingredients have increased in a year

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President Zelenskyy imposes sanctions against Kremlin propagandists and manufacturers of Iskander missiles: who is on the list

The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment

The Ombudsman will consider the complaint of the head of the anti-corruption committee against ARMA for concealing information

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Russia's response regarding peace in Ukraine will be this week - Trump

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Zelenskyy imposed sanctions against three Chinese companies amid accusations of Beijing arming Russia

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