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A strong earthquake has hit Kumamoto, Japan, resulting in structural damage, injuries, and fears of multiple fatalities.
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A 7.1-magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks hit Kumamoto Prefecture on July 28, 2026, leading to building collapses, fires, and a partial collapse of a shopping mall with many feared dead.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 28, 2026, 2:38 PM
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Despite unease in financial markets, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insists her expansive economic strategy will bolster Japan's economy without triggering excessive spending.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 1:00 PM
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A recent Nikkei and TV Tokyo poll shows strong public backing for female emperors, amid recent legal changes to imperial succession rules.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 6:37 AM
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Support for Prime Minister Takaichi's cabinet falls below 60% for the first time since her October 2025 inauguration, with disapproval among independents exceeding 50%.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 26, 2026, 11:44 PM
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Opinion polls indicate declining public support for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who has prioritized conservative laws over addressing economic concerns.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 23, 2026, 2:39 AM
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At the June 16 G7 summit in Evian, leaders including Emmanuel Macron and Narendra Modi discussed the rapid pace of diplomatic shifts compared to the slower development of clean energy supply chains.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 22, 2026, 9:31 AM
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet endorses a long-term economic and fiscal policy plan aimed at enhancing productivity and revising fiscal discipline.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 21, 2026, 6:38 AM
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The Japanese government plans a new senior position to coordinate efforts in promoting domestic technology as international standards, aiming to support growth in AI and semiconductor sectors.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 20, 2026, 10:33 PM
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The Japanese government aims to boost its presence in AI and semiconductor sectors by creating a new senior position to coordinate international standard-setting efforts.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent diplomatic tour and strategic partnerships signal India’s growing role as a security provider in the Indo-Pacific region.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 19, 2026, 7:08 AM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f7d56b%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EWORLD%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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A recent poll shows a decline in support for Japan's first woman prime minister amid policy criticisms and diplomatic tensions.
CNA Latest News | Jul 16, 2026, 7:58 AM%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M0%20706%20L1536%20432%20L1536%201024%20L0%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23f7d56b%22%20opacity%3D%220.18%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Cpath%20d%3D%22M1060%200%20L1536%200%20L1536%201024%20L1250%201024%20Z%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%20opacity%3D%220.38%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Crect%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%2288%22%20width%3D%22210%22%20height%3D%2218%22%20fill%3D%22%23d01f2f%22%2F%3E%0A%20%20%3Ctext%20x%3D%2284%22%20y%3D%22164%22%20fill%3D%22%23ffffff%22%20font-family%3D%22Arial%2C%20Helvetica%2C%20sans-serif%22%20font-size%3D%2264%22%20font-weight%3D%22900%22%3EBUSINESS%3C%2Ftext%3E%0A%3C%2Fsvg%3E)
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Friedrich Merz is set to visit Japan for the first time as German chancellor, focusing on Indo-Pacific security and defense cooperation.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 3:38 PM
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, highlighting growing cooperation between the two nations in the Indo-Pacific region.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 10, 2026, 1:26 PM
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi missed the NATO summit in Turkey to manage a domestic parliamentary deadlock, foregoing a key opportunity for European diplomatic engagement.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 8, 2026, 11:10 PM
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Yields on 10-year Japanese government bonds rise above 2.8% as investors react to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's expansionary fiscal policies and uncertainties over Bank of Japan rate adjustments.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 12:43 PM
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi led a delegation to New Delhi for the 16th India-Japan summit, highlighting ongoing investment and trade relations as India balances ties with Japan and China.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 8:47 AM
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Tokyo weighs restarting development aid to Myanmar while Japan and China coast guards confront each other near the Senkaku/Diaoyu islands.
CNA Latest News | Jul 7, 2026, 5:34 AM
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The two nations have agreed to jointly develop radar-reducing technology for Indian naval vessels, marking a significant step in their defense partnership.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 1:03 PM
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The National Space Agency of Singapore and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency formalize collaboration to advance space technology, exploration, and industry growth.
CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 9:26 AM
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meet in New Delhi to announce new initiatives enhancing defense, technology, and energy ties.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 2, 2026, 1:16 PM
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During her first official visit to New Delhi, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed on multiple initiatives to strengthen ties in defense, technology, and energy sectors.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 2, 2026, 11:31 AM
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The Japanese yen depreciated to its lowest level in nearly four decades, reaching 163 yen per U.S. dollar, influenced by rising oil prices due to escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and economic policy proposals by Takaichi.
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Jensen Huang meets with Japan's Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry as Tokyo seeks to strengthen ties with US tech leaders.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 7:56 PM