Typhoon No. 13 Strengthens Near Minamitorishima, JMA Warns Ogasawara of Approaching Storm Typhoon No. 13 strengthened near Minamitorishima on Aug. 1, 2026; JMA warns Ogasawara Islands to expect strong winds, …
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Sarawak economic push strengthens ruling bloc’s bid to expand federal influence
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiSarawak Economic Initiatives Boost State Government’s Influence Ahead of Malaysia Election Sarawak economic initiatives are boosting the state’s clout, driving investment and jobs while expanding federal influence before Malaysia’s next …
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Taiwan robotics push strengthens AI supply chain and aids aging society
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan ramps up robotics industry to strengthen AI supply chains and support an aging society, says tech minister Taiwan accelerates its robotics industry to bolster AI supply chains, ease demographic …
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UBS Strengthens Japan Bond Underwriting Appoints Takehiro Sakuramoto as Head
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiUBS Strengthens Bond Underwriting in Japan as Firms Eye Foreign‑Currency Debt UBS is bolstering its bond underwriting in Japan to capture rising demand from corporates issuing foreign‑currency debt, appointing a …
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JTB strengthens inbound business travel services for Japan’s firms
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJTB inbound business travel gains momentum after corporate-hosting event at Happo-en JTB inbound business travel services highlighted at a Tokyo event, showcasing cultural programmes and logistics for Japanese companies hosting …
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Super Typhoon No.9 Strengthens, Threatens Okinawa, Amami and Southern Kyushu
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoSuper Typhoon No. 9 Intensifies Near Mariana Islands, Okinawa Braces for July 9–11 Impact Super Typhoon No. 9 near the Mariana Islands (910 hPa, 55 m/s) is forecast to strengthen …
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Turkey Strengthens Role as Arms Supplier and Mediator at Ankara NATO Summit
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTurkey Emerges as a Major Turkish Arms Supplier as NATO Summit Shifts Spotlight to Ankara Ankara’s rise as a Turkish arms supplier is on display at this year’s NATO Summit …
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Japan’s Seafaring Renaissance Strengthens Global Influence, New Book Argues
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiLeaning Seaward: Tokyo’s Seafaring Renaissance Recasts Japan’s Global Reach ‘Leaning Seaward’ contends Tokyo’s seafaring renaissance—from shipyards and ports to naval renewal—is reshaping Japan’s strategic and economic influence. Japan’s new book …
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ECB signals likely June rate hike as inflation outlook strengthens
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiECB June rate increase now more likely as ECB chief economist cites higher inflation risk ECB June rate increase appears increasingly likely after the ECB’s chief economist signalled a higher …
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Chiyoda Ward revises disaster plan and strengthens ashfall measures for Mt Fuji
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoChiyoda Ward ramps up Mt. Fuji ashfall preparedness as FY2026 disaster plan is revised Chiyoda Ward strengthens Mt. Fuji ashfall preparedness in FY2026, revising its disaster plan, expanding public guidance, …