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Japan may declare ‘severe disaster’ as record wildfire burns for eighth day

Substantial rain broke a 15-day dry spell bringing hope for an early end to unprecedented fires

The Independent UK

Japan's PM admits to being 'extremely nervous' as he swaps functionality for style at fashion show

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, known for his geeky image, wowed a fashion event with a surprise appearance in which he forego his usual business suit in favor of a more stylish look in a show of support for the “cool” Japan brand

The Independent UK

As Trump vows ‘no exceptions’ on tariffs, US allies hope to change his mind

Japan, South Korea and Australia are lobbying the mercurial US president for exemptions on tariffs.

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Japan Leader Insists He's Not 'Trying to Suck Up' to Trump After Calling Him 'Sincere' and 'Powerful' to Reporters

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba denied trying to curry favor with Trump after calling him "sincere" and "powerful" during their White House meeting, where they discussed trade, security, and U.S.-Japan relations

Latin Times

Trump hints Musk ‘Doge’ team has free rein with Pentagon next in line for cuts

President says key ally and team of software engineers have gained access to Americans’ personal details ‘very easily’

The Guardian - US

The Latest: The Pentagon will deploy roughly 1,500 more troops to the southern border

The Pentagon will deploy roughly 1,500 more active duty soldiers to the southern border to support President Trump’s expanding crackdown on immigration, a U.S. official said Friday

The Independent UK

Japanese Prime Minister Meets With US President At White House

Japanese PM Ishiba meets with President Trump at the White House to discuss investments and security alliance amidst US tensions with allies.

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Trump delays key piece of China tariff plan amid threats to other countries

President halts plan to put tariffs on low-value packages but says he will impose duties on more countries next week

The Guardian - US

Trump Hosts Japan PM, Threatens Tariffs

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened tariffs on Japanese goods if the US trade deficit with Tokyo is not equalized, as he met Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba in Washington.

International Business Times

Trump calls Gaza takeover plan a ‘real estate transaction’ as he previews new tariffs

Trump says he’ll announce new tariffs on U.S. allies at a news conference next week

The Independent UK

‘We love Japan:’ Watch Trump welcome Japanese prime minister to White House

President Donald Trump could be heard telling reporters, “we love Japan” when he welcomed the Japanese prime minister to the White House on Friday (7 February.)

The Independent UK

Trump gives DOGE new marching orders as Japan’s Ishiba tries a little flattery - Roll Call

President Trump was praised by his Japanese counterpart Friday as he handed out new marching orders to Elon Musk and his DOGE team.

Roll Call

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Prepares For Meeting With Trump

Japanese PM Ishiba prepares for first meeting with President Trump, focusing on US-Japan relations, defense, and economic issues.

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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Meets With US President Trump

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba meets with President Trump to discuss defense, economy, and a blocked merger between US Steel and Nippon Steel.

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The Guardian - AU

Japan’s PM heads to Washington hoping he can recreate rapport of Trump-Abe era

Shigeru Ishiba will seek familiar guarantees: that the US will continue to stand on Japan’s side against China and North Korea

International Business Times

Japan's 'Geeky' PM Ishiba To Navigate Trump Relations

Days after Donald Trump's 2016 election victory, Japan's then-prime minister Shinzo Abe rushed to deliver him a gold-plated golf club, becoming the first leader to visit and setting the tone for a relationship both men said was close.

International Business Times

Japan PM To Meet Trump On Feb 6-8 US Trip

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will meet President Donald Trump on a visit to the United States this week, top government spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi said on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Japan looking to treat sick and wounded Palestinians from Gaza, prime minister says

Shigeru Ishiba also announces plan to enable Gazans to study at Japanese universities

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Japan tightens chipmaking export controls amid US-China tech tensions

Japan makes it harder for Chinese entities to obtain chipmaking tools, advanced processors, and cryogenic cooling from Japanese companies.

International Business Times

OpenAI Announces New 'Deep Research' Tool For ChatGPT

US tech giant OpenAI on Monday unveiled a ChatGPT tool called "deep research" ahead of high-level meetings in Tokyo, as China's DeepSeek chatbot heats up competition in the AI field.

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Japan PM Urges Biden To Address Concerns Over Nippon Steel Deal

Japan PM Ishiba raises concerns to US President Biden over Nippon Steel's blocked acquisition of US Steel, emphasizing collaboration for economic security.

International Business Times

Japan FM In South Korea For Talks Before Trump Takes Office

Japan's foreign minister held talks in South Korea with top officials Monday as the Asian neighbours seek to strengthen ties before the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump.

International Business Times

Japan PM Tells Biden 'Strong' Concerns Over Steel Deal

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba told US President Joe Biden that his blocking of Nippon Steel's takeover of US Steel raised "strong" concerns in both countries, local media reported Monday.

International Business Times

Japan To Give Indonesia High-speed Patrol Boats In Security Deal

Japan will give Indonesia two high-speed patrol boats, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said Saturday, as Tokyo seeks to boost regional maritime security cooperation in the face of competing territorial claims with China.

The Independent UK

Indonesia and Japan promise deeper defense and economic ties as regional tensions spike

Japan and Indonesia have pledged to deepen economic and defense ties during a visit by the Japanese prime minister amid heightened global geopolitical tensions

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