Sanae Takaichi
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financeJapan Reverses Course, Affirms Central Bank Independence After Market Backlash
Tokyo revises economic blueprint to explicitly protect Bank of Japan autonomy after investors balked at perceived political pressure on monetary policy.
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financeTokyo Warns BOJ: Halt Rate Hikes to Protect Growth
The Japanese government's draft economic plan signals a direct appeal to the Bank of Japan to slow its rate hike cycle, citing risks to growth and crypto markets.
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world7.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan's Northern Coast, No Tsunami Threat
A powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit off Japan's Iwate coast Thursday, rattling Tokyo and halting bullet trains. Eight minor injuries reported; no tsunami danger.
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worldChina Curtails Mineral Exports to Japan, Heightening Geopolitical Tensions
China's export restrictions on critical minerals to Japan have significant economic implications amid geopolitical tensions, affecting major industries.
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techJapan Targets $2.3 Trillion Tech Investment by 2040 Focusing on AI and Semiconductors
Japan unveils a $2.3 trillion public-private investment strategy targeting AI, semiconductors, and space development to secure global technological leadership by fiscal year 2040.
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financeBOJ May Hike Rates Twice by March Amid Inflation Shift
Former BOJ policymaker Makoto Sakurai predicts two rate hikes by March as the central bank pivots to combat inflation, despite fiscal policy conflicts weakening the yen.
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worldJapan Accelerates Defense Overhaul and Arms Exports Amid Regional Tensions
Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi outlines Japan's historic shift toward lethal arms exports, constitutional revision, and increased spending to deter aggression in the Indo-Pacific.
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financeYen Weakens to 160, Japan Issues Fresh Intervention Warning
The yen hits the key 160 level against the dollar amid renewed Middle East tensions, triggering verbal warnings from Japanese officials.