Government launches expert panel to revise National Security Strategy ahead of 2026 deadline Japan convenes an expert council to revise its National Security Strategy, sparking debate over defense spending increases, …
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China vetoes Meta acquisition of Manus after national security review
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiBeijing Blocks Meta Acquisition of Manus After National Security Review China vetoes Meta acquisition of Manus on April 27, 2026, citing national security concerns and raising questions about the future …
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Japan asks MBK Partners to halt Makino acquisition over national security
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoJapan asks MBK Partners to halt Makino acquisition on national security grounds Japan urges MBK Partners to stop its Makino acquisition, citing risks to defense-related production and technology transfer amid …
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Health
WHO finds two thirds of countries include migrants in national health policies
by Ren Nakamuraby Ren NakamuraWHO: Two-thirds of countries now include refugee and migrant health in national laws, WHO report finds WHO report finds two-thirds of countries include refugee and migrant health in national frameworks; …
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Indonesia faces domestic backlash over US fighter jets transiting national airspace
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJakarta Considers Allowing US Fighter Jets in Indonesian Airspace, Provoking Backlash Jakarta weighs US fighter jets in Indonesian airspace as lawmakers, analysts and regional partners voice security and diplomatic concerns …
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Politics
Japan Moves to Criminalize National Flag Desecration Amid Free Speech Debate
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoRuling coalition advances national flag desecration law as Diet debate opens Ruling coalition seeks a national flag desecration law in Japan, sparking debate over punishable acts, penalties, scope and protection …