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Japan foreign ministry criticised over costumes used in anti-terror drill

Ministry takes down posts after uproar

The Independent UK

Sanctioned international court president says she asked Japan to help de-escalate tensions with US

The president of the International Criminal Court, Tomoko Akane, says there is no reason for her to face U.S. sanctions

The Independent UK

Russia conducts missile tests on disputed islands as Japan protests drills

The Pacific Fleet conducted a Bastion missile test just days after Putin's visit to the islands prompted Tokyo to summon Russia's ambassador to Japan and drew a US statement of support for Japanese sovereignty.

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Russia summons Japanese envoy following Putin's visit to disputed islands

Russia’s Foreign Ministry has summoned the Japanese ambassador to protest Tokyo’s criticism of President Vladimir Putin’s trip to Kuril Islands, the Moscow-controlled Pacific archipelago that is claimed by both countries

The Independent UK

US backs Japanese sovereignty over disputed islands after Putin visit

The US ambassador said Washington was "unwavering" in recognising Japanese sovereignty, after Putin's visit to the four islands occupied by the Soviet Union in 1945 prompted Japan to summon Moscow's ambassador and consider tightening sanctions against Russia.

Euronews

Putin's first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo

Putin visited a fish plant, a hospital and a school on Iturup, one of the volcanic chain's southern islands. He also briefly spoke to local residents and met with the governor of Russia's Sakhalin region, Valery Limarenko.

The Economic Times

Diplomatic snub? China and Japan clash over ASEAN encounter

China-Japan Foreign Ministers: China and Japan have offered conflicting accounts of whether their foreign ministers met during the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila, highlighting worsening ties. Beijing denied any interaction despite Japan's claim of a brief exchange. The dispute reflects lingering tensions over Taiwan, strained diplomacy, declining tourism, and growing…

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China and Japan differ on whether their foreign ministers spoke last week at ASEAN

Japan and China are giving conflicting accounts about whether their foreign ministers briefly spoke last week

The Independent UK

China lodges protest as Japan joins 13 nations backing South China Sea ruling

China lodged a formal protest after Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling. Fourteen countries, including Japan, supported the tribunal's decision on maritime claims. Beijing accused Japan of interfering and undermining regional stability. China maintains its sovereignty over the South China Sea waters. The ruling rejected China's expansive claims under the nine-dash…

The Economic Times

China summons Japan envoy over South China Sea row

China asserts its control over the South China Sea waters. Thirteen nations and Japan reaffirmed a 2016 ruling against China's claims. Beijing summoned Japan's envoy, accusing Tokyo of regional instability. The ruling declared China's expansive claims legally baseless under international law. Nations urged peaceful dispute resolution and adherence to international…

The Economic Times

China cries foul after 14 nations, including Japan, reject Beijing's South China Sea claims

Accusing Japan of interfering in regional affairs and undermining peace and stability, China insisted that its sovereignty over the disputed waters has "never changed" despite the 2016 tribunal ruling. The diplomatic row erupted after Japan, along with the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, the Philippines and nine other countries,…

The Times of India

Japan to increase visa fees for foreign visitors from July 1

Japan is set to significantly hike visa fees for foreigners starting July 1, the first change in 48 years. Single-entry visas will jump from ¥3,000 to ¥15,000, and multiple-entry visas from ¥6,000 to ¥30,000. This move aims to cover rising administrative costs for a growing foreign population and is part…

The Economic Times

Quad allies launch energy security initiative amid global fallout from Strait of Hormuz crisis

China criticises grouping’s first joint infrastructure plan to develop port in Fiji as representing ‘bloc confrontation’

The Independent UK

Quad foreign ministers meet in Delhi to discuss Indo-Pacific security, supply chains and maritime cooperation

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Australian, Indian, and Japanese counterparts in New Delhi. The Quad grouping aims to regain strategic momentum in the Indo-Pacific. Discussions focused on maritime security, critical minerals, and supply chain resilience. The meeting seeks deliverable outcomes and stronger cooperation among member nations. This…

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Quad agenda set in motion: India, Japan align on Indo-Pacific strategy ahead of key meet

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi met with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Discussions centered on strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation on global issues. Both nations agreed to boost economic security and promote investment. They also committed to advancing defense and security initiatives. The leaders confirmed cooperation for energy and…

Bangkok Post

Rubio to revive 'Quad' alliance in India, but staying power unclear

NEW DELHI - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was to meet Tuesday with Australia, India and Japan to revive the so-called Quad security alliance-- viewed suspiciously by China -- following disagreement on Iran and questions over US commitment.

The Economic Times

India to host 'Quad' security alliance meeting on Tuesday

India will host a meeting of foreign ministers of the "Quad" group that includes Australia, Japan and the United States on Tuesday, New Delhi's foreign ministry said. The May 26 meeting comes during a visit by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who arrives on an India tour on Saturday,…

The Independent UK

Update in case of journalist imprisoned in Iran for three months

A Japanese national, detained in Iran since January, has been released on bail. Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said the release was verified on Monday, with Japan now pressing Iranian authorities for a full release of the individual, believed to be a journalist for Japan’s public broadcaster, NHK. The Committee…

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Japanese journalist freed on bail from Iran’s notorious Evin Prison

The journalist has been detained in Iran since January

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One of two Japanese nationals detained in Iran released

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Trump tells Iran it has 48 hours to open Hormuz or US will ‘obliterate’ its power plants

US president threatens to take out Iranian energy facilities – ‘starting with the biggest one first’ – if Tehran does not reopen the strait

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Japanese national detained in Iran last year released

Another Japanese national who was arrested earlier this year is still in custody

The Independent UK

Japan says a second Japanese person is detained in Iran

Japan's Foreign Ministry says a second Japanese national has been detained in Iran and requested the early release of both people

The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks as Netanyahu defends decision to attack

President Donald Trump says the United States can keep its military campaign against Iran going longer than the planned four-to-five-week time frame he gave earlier

Euronews

Japan and the Philippines sign defence pact to counter 'growing China threat'

According to Japanese and Philippine officials, the new pact would assist both countries in responding to natural catastrophes, a shared concern, and taking part in UN peacekeeping missions, which will be an addition to facilitating cooperative fighting exercises.

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