Sanae Takaichi
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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.
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worldJapan Denies 'New Militarism' Amid Growing China Tensions
Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi refutes charges of militarism, accusing China of an opaque military buildup at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
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cryptoJapan’s FSA Sets Rules for Foreign Trust-Type Stablecoins by 2026
Japan’s FSA amends rules to allow certain foreign trust-type stablecoins as payment instruments from June 1, 2026, under strict conditions.
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worldJapan's Tougher Business Visa Rules Spark Outcry and Petition
A petition with tens of thousands of signatures calls for Japan to review stricter business visa rules that critics say unfairly target long-term foreign residents.