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Is Sanae Takaichi’s honeymoon period over?

Japan’s prime minister still enjoys high public approval but reports say her policy proposals and refusal to consult senior party members are inflaming internal opposition against her

The Independent UK

Japan training drill turns fatal: 3 soldiers killed in tank misfire

Three Japanese soldiers were killed and one injured when their tank's ammunition misfired during a training exercise in Oita. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described the incident as "truly regrettable" and offered condolences as the cause is under investigation.

The Times of India

First tsunami waves hit Japan’s coast as earthquake damage is reported

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Japan issues tsunami warning after powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake

Authorities have urged residents of the affected areas to seek higher ground, heed safety instructions and exercise caution.

Euronews

From Alliance to Platform: George Bogden on How the U.S. and Japan Are Building Deterrence and Economic Security Together

The U.S.-Japan alliance is evolving into a strategic partnership spanning defense, technology, and supply chains, as both nations work to strengthen deterrence and compete with China.

International Business Times

"You are my god!" Watch Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi praise Ian Paice as she meets her Deep Purple heroes

The politician is a self-confessed rocker who plays Burn by Deep Purple to let off steam

Louder

Japan confirms release of more oil reserves as concern over energy crisis grows

It will be the second time Japan, which is heavily dependent on Middle East oil, has dipped into its strategic reserves since Iran war began

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The Latest: Kuwait blames Iran for drone strikes as Trump casts doubt on ceasefire

Kuwait has accused Iran of launching drone attacks despite the ceasefire in the Iran war

The Independent UK

Trump warns of fresh strikes if Iran talks fail – as it happened

US president says that warships are being reloaded with weaponry to strike Iran if Saturday’s Islamabad talks fail to produce a deal

The Guardian - AU

Japan enacts largest state budget in history worth €664 billion

The upper house of the Japanese parliament has enacted a state budget of ¥122.3 trillion (€664bn), the largest allocation in the country's history. The move reflects PM Takaichi's goal of an expansionary fiscal policy.

Euronews

When Suzuki met Suzuki: why a Tokyo dating agency is matching couples with the same name

Japan’s ban on married couples having different surnames has prompted an event to highlight people’s reluctance to change their name

The Guardian - AU

The Guardian view on Japan’s hidden century: cheap money, global risk

Editorial: Ultra-low rates turned the yen into easy cash for bankers. But the carry trade now binds global markets to decisions in Tokyo

The Guardian - UK

France's Macron visits South Korea for talks on technology and security

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday for a state visit focused on trade, technology and security – following talks in Tokyo where he and Japan’s prime minister agreed to push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, disrupted by the war in the Middle East.

Radio France Internationale

Manga fan Emmanuel Macron strikes Dragon Ball pose with Japanese prime minister

Emmanuel Macron, a known fan of Japanese manga, struck a "Kamehameha" pose from Dragon Ball as he ended a news conference with Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo on Tuesday, 1 April.

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Macron lauds Europe's 'predictability' on visit to Japan in apparent swipe at Trump

Macron's office had expressed surprise at Trump's criticism of France for not letting planes carrying military supplies for the conflict fly over its territory.

Radio France Internationale

France and Japan deepen ties, urging calm as Middle East tensions escalate

French President Emmanuel Macron and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have called for de-escalation in the Middle East and the protection of key energy routes, as tensions continue to ripple across the region.

The Independent UK

Macron calls for ceasefire in Mideast during visit to Japan

French President Emmanuel Macron has held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Japan

The Independent UK

Japan warns of ongoing large earthquake risk after magnitude-5 tremor rocks Tokyo

Meteorological agency says aftershocks could follow in coming days and urges residents to stay alert for about a week

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The Independent UK

Japan and Indonesia to boost energy security cooperation as concerns grow over Iran war fallout

Japan and Indonesia have agreed to deepen economic ties and work together on energy security as the two Asian countries face growing uncertainty over oil and gas supplies

Radio France Internationale

Macron visits Japan, South Korea for talks dominated by Middle East war

French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Japan for a visit that was initially aimed at strengthening partnerships in nuclear energy and space innovation, but is now set to be dominated by the war in the Middle East. He will conclude his trip later in the week in South Korea.

The Independent UK

Japan unveils new long-range missiles across its islands to defend itself

With a range of approximately 1,000 kilometres, the new missile can strike targets as far as mainland China

The Independent UK

China sanctions Japanese lawmaker close to PM Takaichi over Taiwan visits

Beijing freezes assets and bars entry for Keiji Furuya, escalating simmering Japan–China standoff over Taiwan

The Independent UK

Japan expresses ‘regret’ after knife-wielding soldier breaks into Chinese embassy

Embassy break-in further strains troubled relations between Japan and China

The Independent UK

Asia braces for ‘Covid-like’ crisis as impacts from Iran war fuel shortage widen

Petrol stations run dry as countries take measures to reserve energy amid uncertainty over ongoing Middle East crisis

The Guardian - AU

Japan to begin biggest-ever oil release from national reserves as Middle East energy crisis bites

PM Sanae Takaichi says about 80m barrels of stockpiled oil to be provided to refiners – equivalent to 45 days of domestic demand

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