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Morning Digest | India, Japan set investment target of $42 billion in next five years; Biden, Xi trade warnings on Ukraine, Taiwan, and more

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The Hindu

Russia’s war in Ukraine dominates India, Japan summit meeting

Democracies like India and Japan should cooperate more, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told reporters in New Delhi, as Russia’s war in Ukraine dominated the summit level meeting between the prime ministers of both countries.

Tribune News Service

How to make a Japanese Nintendo account and play exclusive games on your Switch

The Nintendo Switch eShop features different content in every country, especially in Japan. Here's how to access it.

Inverse

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Japan to invest $42 billion in India over five years

Japan PM Kishida discusses Ukraine conflict, LAC situation with PM Modi

The Hindu

Japan to invest $42B in India to strengthen economic ties

Japan says it will invest $42 billion in India over the next five years in a deal that is expected to boost bilateral trade

The Independent UK

Japan PM Kishida announces $42 billion investment in India

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday announced a 5 trillion yen ($42 billion) investment in India over the next five years during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.

Reuters

Japan PM Kishida to stress unity on Ukraine in meet with PM Modi

Japan has imposed sanctions on dozens of Russian individuals and organisations since the Ukraine invasion.

The Hindu

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Japan's Kishida and India's Modi discuss response to Ukraine crisis

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has told his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi that Russia's invasion of Ukraine had shaken the "foundation of international order" and required a clear response, he said on Saturday.

Reuters

‘Crocodiles’ could spell the end of Japan’s tradition of nude mixed bathing

The unwelcome behaviour of some male customers is putting women off visits to hot springs, where both sexes have mingled for years

The Guardian - AU

Murakami plays antiwar songs on radio to protest Ukraine war

Playing James Taylor’s “Never Die Young” and going back to songs that marked the antiwar movement in the 1960s, Japanese author Haruki Murakami added his voice to protests against the war in Ukraine with a special edition of his Tokyo radio show

The Independent UK

Honda Japan Posts Two More Hawk 11 Photos Ahead Of 2022 Osaka Launch

Honda Japan, via its HondaGO bike rental website, has been keeping everyone up-to-date with the upcoming Hawk11 model launch at the Osaka Motorcycle Show.

RideApart

Japanese princess says Imperial family rituals made her ‘rather tense’

The daughter of Japanese Emperor Naruhito became an ‘adult royal’ in December

The Independent UK

Magnitude 5.5 quake hits Japan's northeast, no tsunami warning

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.5 hit parts of Iwate prefecture in northeastern Japan late on Friday, the Japan Meteorological Agency said.

Reuters

Original ‘Godzilla’ Actor Akira Takarada Dies at 87

Japanese actor Akira Takarada, who starred in the original 1954 "Godzilla" and several later films featuring the city-wrecking monster, has died in Tokyo aged 87. Takarada, who appeared at the premiere of his latest film earlier this month, passed away in hospital having contracted pneumonia, Japanese media reported Friday. "We…

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The Independent UK

Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Banks, businesses, oligarchs and Cabinet ministers all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions

AAP

Socceroos boss Arnold gets COVID-19 again

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has COVID-19 for a second time and is in self-isolation in a massive blow before the crunch World Cup qualifier against Japan.

Reuters

Ukraine president could address Japan parliament as soon as Tuesday - TV Asahi

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy may deliver an online speech to Japan's parliament as soon as March 22, broadcaster TV Asahi said on Friday, citing a ruling party lawmaker.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Crown Prince Stresses Importance of Maintaining OPEC+ Agreement

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman stressed the importance of maintaining the OPEC+ agreement and the kingdom’s keenness on keeping oil markets balanced and stable. This came during a phone call he held Thursday with the Japanese prime minister, Fumio Kishida. During the call, they discussed potential opportunities for…

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Reuters

Quake-hit Japan plants restart but Toyota to suspend 18 assembly lines

Japanese manufacturers began restarting production at plants in the country's quake-hit northeast, but Toyota Motor Corp said it plans to idle 18 assembly lines for a few days next week due to a shortage of parts from suppliers.

Bangkok Post

More sanctions on Russia over Ukraine, Biden to talk to Xi

KYIV/LVIV, Ukraine: Japan and Australia on Friday slapped fresh sanctions on Russian entities as punishment for Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, which the West says has been stalled by staunch resistance but continues to take a devastating toll on civilians.

Reuters

Russia 'tightening noose' on Mariupol; Biden tells China not to fuel assault

Russia said its forces were "tightening the noose" around the besieged Ukrainian port of Mariupol on Friday and concern grew over mass civilian casualties as the United States again warned China against aiding Moscow in its invasion.

The Independent UK

Hope, hard reality mix in Japanese town wrecked by disaster

Until recently, Futaba, home to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant, has been entirely empty of residents since the March 2011 earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster

Reuters

Japan adds Russia sanctions, U.S. envoy offers home to Ukrainians

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RideApart

Yamaha Announces E01 Electric Scooter Limited Lease Program In Japan

Yamaha officially launched its first E01 electric scooter limited-time demonstration program in Japan, where selected riders will lease it and give feedback.

The Independent UK

Japan princess says lives lost in Ukraine breaks her heart

Japanese Emperor Naruhito’s only daughter, Princess Aiko, said she is heartbroken by the loss of many lives in Ukraine during her first solo news conference as an adult royal member

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