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105 Brand New F-35A Stealth Fighters Will Soon Be Based in China’s Backyard
Japan plans to introduce 105 new F-35A and F-35B stealth fighters as part of a strategy to reinforce its 'First Island Chain' defense against China's expanding J-20 fleet. This move coincides with an ...
Tokyo Joins PURL Initiative to Provide Aid to Ukrainian Armed Forces
Japan has officially joined the Partnership for Peace (PfP) initiative with Ukraine through the Provision of United Response to Russia's Aggression (PURL), signifying its commitment in supporting effo...
TSMC Japan plan for advanced chips seen as hedge against pressure from US, China
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) plans to produce advanced chips at its Japanese facility as a defensive measure against potential US tariffs and Chinese coercive actions. This move a...
End of U.S.-Russia nuclear pact raises fears of unchecked arms race
The termination of the U.S.-Russia nuclear agreement has raised concerns about an unregulated expansion in nuclear armaments globally, potentially influencing regional security dynamics and debates ov...
Japan and the Philippines sign defence pact to counter 'growing China threat'
Japanese and Philippine officials have agreed on a new defense pact aimed at increasing cooperation between the two nations. The agreement includes facilitating joint military exercises, responding to...
Is Japan’s US$550-billion promise to Trump just a ‘signing bonus’ with strings attached?
Japan faces pressure to fulfill its promise of a巨额投资承诺给美国。继美国总统唐纳德·特朗普祝贺首相田崎桑奈上台后,东京正承受着在美进行巨大投资的压力。本周可能宣布首批项目,并且首相预计下月访问白宫,关于具体承诺内容、不确定性和相关风险的讨论正在进行中。7月,日本同意了5500亿美元的投资......
Japan Announces Non-Lethal Equipment Contribution to Ukraine as Possible Entry into NATO List Approaches
Japan has announced plans to provide non-lethal equipment support to Ukraine, potentially ahead of the country's possible accession process with NATO. This aid comes amid ongoing Ukrainian efforts and...
China’s top diplomat warns Japan of ‘ghosts of militarism’ in rebuke of Takaichi
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized Japan after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent election victory, warning about the potential resurgence of militaristic tendencies and urging Tokyo to r...
U.S. Diplomat Highlights Quad's As Very Important Platform And India-US Ties Amid Regional Shifts
Paul Kapur, a senior Trump administration diplomat for South and Central Asia, emphasized the importance of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) on February 11, 2026. In remarks before the U.S. ...
Zelenskyy praises disqualified Ukrainian Olympian for helmet honouring war dead
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has praised sprinter Yaryna Petryk, who was disqualified from the Tokyo Olympics due to a helmet displaying names of war victims. The helmet symbolized the memo...
Why Takaichi’s Japan election victory has sparked North Korea’s ‘childish’ fury
North Korea's accusation of Japan crossing a diplomatic red line stems more from PM Sanae Takaichi's strong election win than from actual shifts in Japan’s defense posture. The victory reduces pressur...
Gilded Capability: Overinvestment and the Survivability Paradox
The article discusses the strategic overemphasis placed on individual aviation pilots during World War II by Japan, leading to significant losses in critical human capital when aircraft carriers were ...
Taiwan leader warns countries in region are ‘next’ in case of China attack
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen warned that Japan, the Philippines, and other Indo-Pacific nations would be under threat if China were to attack Taiwan. This statement underscores the interconnectedn...
Japan steps up deep-sea mining plan to cut rare-earth dependence
Japan plans to accelerate its decade-old initiative for deep-sea mining in an effort to reduce dependency on Chinese supply of rare earth minerals....
Finding Trump-Beijing balance may prove Takaichi’s big challenge
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi won Japan's historic election, becoming the first woman leader of her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and securing a landslide victory with the most seats for any single p...
How Takaichi’s landslide victory will reshape China-Japan security
Japan's House of Representatives election resulted in a significant victory for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), securing 316 seats. This outcome will impact Sino-Japane...
Japan to Sign Up For NATO Ukraine Arms Pipeline
Japan is set to join the NATO-led initiative to supply arms to Ukraine, marking an expanded commitment to international security cooperation beyond its traditional focus on regional defense alliances....
Japan to Join NATO's Ukraine Support Framework - Non-Lethal Equipment Only
Japan plans to participate in NATO’s framework for supporting Ukraine but will limit its contribution to non-lethal equipment only....
Japan hands Philippines radars to keep closer eye on China
Japan has officially transferred five coastal radar systems to the Philippines as part of Tokyo's Official Security Assistance (OSA) for fiscal year 2023. This action is seen as a significant step in ...
Japan to Join US-led Framework for Weapons Supply to Ukraine
Japan has decided to participate in a framework established by the U.S. that facilitates the provision of weapons and military aid to Ukraine. This decision marks Japan's increasing involvement in int...
Experts Argue Marine Pullback in Okinawa Should Be Halted As China Threat Rises
Military experts are expressing concern over plans to reduce US Marine presence on Okinawa, suggesting this withdrawal should be halted due to increasing security challenges posed by China. They empha...
Experts argue Marine pullback in Okinawa should be halted as China threat rises
An Atlantic Council report warns that relocating nearly 10,000 US Marines from Okinawa would undermine deterrence against China's increasing threats. The experts recommend continuing to bolster milita...
Japan to Join US-led PURL Initiative for Procuring Weapons for Ukraine
Japan plans to participate in the US-led PURL initiative aimed at procuring weapons from the United States and other countries to provide military assistance to Ukraine....
Tokyo joins NATO’s PURL initiative with non-lethal military equipment funding for Kyiv
Japan will be the first Asian country contributing to NATO's Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List by providing funding for non-lethal defense equipment such as radar systems and bulletproof vests to ...
Japan Plans to Join NATO Initiative for Procurement of Weapons for Ukraine
Japan intends to join the NATO initiative aimed at procuring weapons for Ukraine, aligning itself with Western efforts to support Ukraine's defense capabilities....
Japan Plans to Join NATO Initiative for Arming Ukraine
Japan is considering joining a NATO initiative aimed at supplying weapons and equipment to Ukraine. This move underscores Japan's growing involvement in supporting乌克兰的安全和防务,并且正在考虑加入北约的相关倡议,以向乌克兰供应武器和装...
Japan Joins Initiative for American Arms Procurement for Ukraine - Details
Japan has joined an initiative aimed at facilitating the procurement of US military equipment for Ukraine. No specific details on agreements or mechanisms have been disclosed....
Takaichi may beat Abe in luring global money to Japan stocks
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent election could potentially attract more global investors to the Japanese stock market compared to previous administrations led by Shinzo Abe. The new government ...
Takaichi keeps mum on tax cut and Unification Church
Japanese opposition parties are criticizing Prime Minister Takaichi for not addressing tax cuts and the controversial Unification Church during her tenure. These criticisms aim to create a central iss...
Takaichi: the Japanese prime minister America has been waiting for
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan's ruling coalition is expected to secure a major victory in the upcoming lower house election on February 8th. The article highlights that among significant U.S....
How Japan can function as Taiwan deterrence logistics hub
The article discusses how Japan could serve as a logistics hub for deterrence against potential threats to Taiwan. It draws an ironic parallel with Poland's shift from aiming to resemble Japan economi...
US Plans Critical Mineral Price Floors With Mexico, EU And Japan
The United States intends to establish price floor agreements for critical minerals with key trading partners including Mexico, the European Union and Japan. This move aims to stabilize mineral prices...
Threatened by China, Japan’s voters choose to stand tall
In the February 8 Lower House election in Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her Liberal Democratic Party won unexpectedly large victories, securing 316 out of 465 seats. The underlying factor i...
With eye on China, Koizumi stresses importance of rules-based order
Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi emphasized the significance of maintaining a rules-based international order, particularly in relation to China with whom Japan has strained relations. He as...
Australian Woods edges Kingsbury and Horishima in epic men's moguls final
In an intense competition, Australian skier Matt Graham Woods won the gold medal in the men's freestyle skiing moguls event, narrowly beating Canada's Brady Cameron Kingsbury for first place. Japan's ...
Yen strengthens decisively after strong showing by LDP boosts confidence
The Japanese yen has experienced significant strengthening following an apparent boost in market and political confidence fueled by the Liberal Democratic Party's (LDP) strong performance. This sentim...
Fraud soars to record high in Japan as scam tactics grow more sophisticated
In 2025, combined losses from special fraud, romance scams, and social-media based investment scams reached a new record of ¥324.11 billion in Japan. Scammers are increasingly employing advanced techn...
Japan joins PURL program: Tokyo plans to purchase US equipment for Ukraine
Japan has decided to participate in the Partnership for Regional Stability-Ukraine (PURL) initiative by purchasing defense equipment from the United States intended for Ukraine. This move highlights J...
Experts argue Marine pullback in Okinawa should be halted as China threat rises
Defense experts are advocating against reducing the number of U.S. Marines stationed in Okinawa due to increasing Chinese military activities and regional security concerns....
With Shutdown Over, Japan Cleared to Spend $2.15 Billion on Aegis Ashore
Japan has received clearance from its government following a shutdown period and can now proceed with spending $2.15 billion on the procurement of an Aegis Ashore missile defense system. This move und...
Japan aims to be indispensable to Trump. Australia should follow
The article discusses Japan's and possibly Australia's strategic approach to strengthening ties with the United States under President Donald Trump's administration. It highlights how the U.S. actions...
Can German stealth cargo gliders boost Japan’s remote island defence and logistics?
A Munich-based company, Hensoldt, has tested an uncrewed cargo glider designed for frontline military support. This technology is of interest to Japan as it seeks improved capabilities for its remote ...
Markets likely mispricing Japan’s ‘Takaichi trade’
Since Sanae Takaichi’s Liberal Democratic Party won in Japan's recent landslide election, markets have seen an unexpected yen rally, suggesting that traders are reconsidering the fiscal loosening she ...
After another historic victory, Takaichi takes command
Toka Takaichi's ascension as Japan's prime minister is described as a groundbreaking moment, both due to her gender and the departure from traditional political norms in Japan....
Challenges for Japan during the U.S.-China ‘truce’
Discusses potential difficulties Japan faces amid improved relations between the United States and China, with both superpowers aiming for a leadership role in global governance....
Japan to boost aid for video games and anime as new pillar of growth
The Japanese government plans to designate the content industry, including video games and anime, as a key driver for economic growth. The goal is to raise overseas sales from this sector to 20 trilli...
Japan to Join NATO-Led Initiative Supporting Ukraine
Japan has decided to participate in a NATO-led initiative aimed at supporting Ukraine's security and defense efforts. This move underscores the increasing global solidarity against Russia's actions in...
Japan to Join NATO Initiative on Ukraine but With A Twist
Japan plans to participate in NATO's initiatives concerning Ukraine, although this involvement will come with certain limitations or conditions not explicitly outlined in the announcement....
Akazawa heading to the U.S. to discuss first project under Japan's $550 billion pledge
Japanese Deputy Defense Minister Akizawa will travel to the United States to discuss the implementation of security cooperation initiatives under a recent Japanese commitment worth ¥73 trillion ($550 ...
Horishima takes Olympic silver in men's dual moguls behind rival Kingsbury
Japanese skier Daichi Horishima secured his second medal at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics by winning silver in the men's dual moguls event, following up on his bronze from the individual moguls c...
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