Sanae Takaichi warns on China, plans defence overhaul World Roundup February 20, 2026 Tokyo: Sanae Takaichi has delivered a post-election address to parliament outlining plans to strengthen Japan’s defence posture and economic security.…
Japan approves record defence budget as regional tensions rise World Roundup December 26, 2025 Tokyo: Japan’s cabinet has approved a record defence budget proposal exceeding $58 billion (9 trillion yen) for the next fiscal…
Chinese travellers halt Japan trips as diplomatic dispute grows World Roundup November 18, 2025 Beijing: Chinese travellers have cancelled an estimated 500,000 flights to Japan amid escalating tensions linked to Japan’s position on Taiwan…
