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Japan and Russia move toward economic cooperation in Northern Territories
Deputy-level ministers from Japan and Russia agree on economic cooperation in the Northern Territories, setting the stag...
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South Korea's Moon talks forced laborers, North Korea
In his 100 day address, South Korea's president says forced laborers from Japan's past colonial rule can seek compensati...
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US Osprey flies in Hokkaido drill
A US Osprey plane takes part in a joint drill with Japanese troops in Hokkaido.
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New US ambassador arrives in Japan
New US ambassador William Hagerty arrives in Japan vowing to boost business and defense ties.
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Japan budgets for Aegis Ashore anti-missile system
Japan's Ministry of Defense decides to purchase land-based Aegis Ashore anti-missile systems from the U.S. to defend aga...
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Defense and foreign ministers talk North Korea with McMaster
Japan's defense and foreign ministers meet with U.S. National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster and agree to strengthen def...
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Foreign, defense ministers leave for Washington
Japan's foreign and defense ministers leave for Washington to talk with their American counterparts.
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Alibaba set to expand smartphone payments in Japan
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba will expand smartphone payments to Japanese bank account holders as early as next sprin...
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Japan-US live fire drills underway in Hokkaido
Japan-US live fire drills are underway in Hokkaido, northern Japan.
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US Osprey to join SDF drill
US Osprey aircraft will join Japan's Self-Defense Forces in drills beginning Friday.
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