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Japan eyes max N-power use for stability, decarbonization

Japan eyes max N-power use for stability, decarbonization

World 16:27 21/04/2025

TOKYO, April 21 (Jiji Press) -- The Japanese government has adopted a new basic energy plan emphasizing its commitment to "maximize" the use of nuclear power to meet rising electricity demand while balancing decarbonization and energy security.

Japan enacts bill for quick restoration of disaster-hit ports

Japan enacts bill for quick restoration of disaster-hit ports

World 16:32 16/04/2025

Tokyo, April 16 (Jiji Press) -- Japan's parliament Wednesday enacted a bill to facilitate restoration of ports damaged by natural disasters for use as transportation bases for relief supplies.

Japan to hold 3rd auction of stockpiled rice next week

Japan to hold 3rd auction of stockpiled rice next week

World 16:32 16/04/2025

Tokyo, April 16 (Jiji Press) -- The Japanese agriculture ministry said Wednesday that it will hold the third auction of its reserved rice April 23-25.

Minister Nakatani confident over Japan defense spending

Minister Nakatani confident over Japan defense spending

World 16:42 15/04/2025

Tokyo, April 15 (Jiji Press) -- Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani sounded confident Tuesday over the country's efforts to increase its defense spending in relation to gross domestic product.

Japan PM warns US tariffs have potential to disrupt global economic order

Japan PM warns US tariffs have potential to disrupt global economic order

World 12:21 14/04/2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Monday that U.S. tariffs have the potential to disrupt the global economic order, issuing his strongest warning to date about the damage President Donald Trump's decisions could inflict on the world economy.

Japan policymaker wants stronger yen, says Tokyo shouldn't sell Treasuries

Japan policymaker wants stronger yen, says Tokyo shouldn't sell Treasuries

World 15:21 13/04/2025

Japan must strengthen the yen, such as by helping boost the country's industrial competitiveness, as the currency's weakness has pushed up households' living costs, the ruling party's policy chief said on Sunday.

Osaka expo kicks off for 184-day run

Osaka expo kicks off for 184-day run

World 11:30 13/04/2025

Osaka, April 13 (Jiji Press) -- The 2025 World Exposition opened in the western Japan city of Osaka on Sunday, showcasing technologies and culture from Japan and other countries during its run through Oct. 13.

Stocks, dollar sink, bonds pummelled again as trade war roils markets

Stocks, dollar sink, bonds pummelled again as trade war roils markets

World 11:48 11/04/2025

SINGAPORE - Global stocks slumped and the dollar sank further on Friday, while a manic bond selloff took hold in a brutal end to the week of tit-for-tat worldwide tariffs that have fed fears of a deep recession and shaken investor confidence in U.S. assets.

Japan's World Expo touts unity, and algae, in turbulent times

Japan's World Expo touts unity, and algae, in turbulent times

World 14:59 10/04/2025

World Expo opens on Sunday with host Japan aiming to bring humanity together, despite global turmoil and tepid public enthusiasm for the six-month event showcasing innovation as well as Hello Kitty in algae form.

Japanese corporations expand investment in Vietnam’s Long An Province

Japanese corporations expand investment in Vietnam’s Long An Province

Economy 11:55 08/04/2025

A delegation from Long An Province, southern Vietnam signed several important memorandums of understanding and cooperation agreements with major Japanese corporations at a recent investment promotion program held in Japan, the provincial administration said on Monday.

Japan to proactively consider increasing rice production: Ishiba

Japan to proactively consider increasing rice production: Ishiba

World 16:25 07/04/2025

Tokyo, April 7 (Jiji Press) -- Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Monday that his government will proactively consider increasing the country's rice production, in response to supply shortages and soaring prices.

‘Detective Conan’ manga series exhibition delights Vietnamese fans

‘Detective Conan’ manga series exhibition delights Vietnamese fans

Travel 19:37 03/07/2024

Vietnam has become the first country outside Japan to host an exhibition on the legendary manga series 'Detective Conan'