Takaichi phone calls with world leaders absent since June 1, raising diplomatic questions Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has no public record of calls with other world leaders since June …
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Asian transport leaders call for cleaner energy after Iran-related oil disruptions
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiAsia’s future of mobility debated at Nikkei Asia Forum APAC 2026 in Bangkok Nikkei Asia Forum APAC 2026 in Bangkok saw leaders chart the future of mobility and carbon neutrality …
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Nikkei Asia-Pacific Forum opens in Bangkok as leaders tackle energy and AI
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiNikkei Business Forum in Bangkok Brings Asia-Pacific Leaders Together on Energy, Mobility and AI Nikkei business forum Bangkok brings 20 Asia-Pacific leaders to tackle energy crisis, mobility shift and the …
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Prime Minister Takaichi Faces Criticism for Evading Answers in Party Leaders Debate
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoPrime Minister Takaichi Faces Sharp Criticism After Avoiding Answers in 60-Minute Party Leaders’ Debate Prime Minister Takaichi’s refusal to answer key questions during a July 15, 2026, 60-minute party leaders’ …
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China launches nuclear-capable missile into South Pacific, regional leaders decry breach
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPacific Nations Condemn China Missile Test in the South Pacific Pacific leaders denounce China missile test in the South Pacific nuclear-free zone on June 6, 2026, prompting calls for stronger …
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LDP confirms Takaichi will attend Budget Committee and schedules July leaders’ debate
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoPrime Minister Takaichi to Attend Budget Committee and July Leaders’ Debate, LDP Says LDP and opposition agree to schedule concentrated Budget Committee deliberation with Prime Minister Takaichi present and a …
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Diet leaders present Imperial Household Law resolution mandating 30-year review
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoImperial Household Law amendment: Parliamentary leaders table supplementary resolution emphasizing 30-year reviews Lawmakers tabled a supplementary resolution for the Imperial Household Law amendment this week, requiring 30-year reviews to consider …
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G7 leaders to skip joint communique at Evian summit amid US rift
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiG7 communique to be dropped at Evian summit amid widening U.S.-allies rift G7 communique will be dropped at the Evian summit as leaders seek to avoid airing deepening divisions between …
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Party leaders’ debate exposes shortcomings of 45-minute format, editorial urges split sessions
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoParty leaders’ debate on May 21, 2026 draws criticism after only 45 minutes with six leaders Party leaders’ debate on May 21, 2026 lasted 45 minutes with six leaders, sparking …
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Japan and South Korea leaders meet for second summit to deepen ties
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan–South Korea summit in Andong sees Takaichi and Lee seek to deepen ties Japan-South Korea summit in Andong unites PM Sanae Takaichi and President Lee Jae Myung to advance cooperation …