Shizuoka Approves Construction of Maglev Train Section, Clearing Longstanding Roadblock Shizuoka governor approves construction of the Chuo Shinkansen maglev on July 7, 2026, ending a decade-long dispute and advancing JR …
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Subaru considers launching Ascent SUV in Japan as certification eases
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Philippine inflation eases to 6.8% in May but stays above target
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPhilippine inflation eases to 6.8% in May 2026 but stays above central bank target Philippine inflation slowed to 6.8% in May 2026 as fuel prices cooled, but remains well above …
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Forecasts Profit Surge After Japan Eases Defense Export Curbs
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Japan Eases Defense Equipment Export Limits as Firms Expand Production and Investment
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan Eases Defense Equipment Exports Rules as Firms Ramp Up Production Japan eases defense equipment exports rules, prompting IHI and Mitsubishi Heavy to expand production, investment and hiring to pursue …