Japan: New visa exemption program from 2030
TOKYO – Japan announces a significant change to its immigration regulations: Starting in the year 2030, the country will introduce a new digital visa waiver program called “JESTA” (Japan Electronic System for Travel Authorization). This program is comparable to the … Continue reading Japan: New visa exemption program from 2030
Tropical storm in Japan: trains and flights canceled
TOKYO – In anticipation of the approaching tropical storm “Ampil,” which could potentially intensify into a typhoon, Japan has now taken preventive measures to ensure the safety of its citizens. Hundreds of flights and train services have been canceled, leading … Continue reading Tropical storm in Japan: trains and flights canceled
Global Markets in Turmoil: Effects on Asian economy
TOKYO/WASHINGTON – The global financial landscape has been rocked by a series of unexpected events that have sent shockwaves through stock markets around the world. The United States, long considered a bastion of economic stability, is now grappling with the … Continue reading Global Markets in Turmoil: Effects on Asian economy
Mitsubishi Motors to join Honda-Nissan alliance
TOKYO – Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors is set to join an alliance between Honda Motor and Nissan Motor, creating a tie-up between automakers with combined sales of more than 8 million vehicles, the Nikkei newspaper reports. Mitsubishi Motors, which is 34% … Continue reading Mitsubishi Motors to join Honda-Nissan alliance
NASA Strengthens Ties with Japan and Korea
WASHINGTON / TOKYO / SEOUL – NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy is currently visiting Japan and the Republic of Korea to underscore the critical role of international cooperation in advancing space exploration and technology development. During her week-long visit to … Continue reading NASA Strengthens Ties with Japan and Korea
Skytrax ranking 2024: Asian airlines dominate again
LONDON/SINGAPORE – Since 1999, the British consulting company Skytrax has been awarding the “World Airline Awards” annually, recognizing the best airline in the world. This year, more than 350 airlines from around the world were evaluated and ranked. The ranking … Continue reading Skytrax ranking 2024: Asian airlines dominate again
Japan and Cambodia Unite for Global Demining Effort
PHNOM PENH / TOKYO – In a historic move, Japan’s Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa announced a groundbreaking joint initiative with Cambodia to extend their expertise in land mine removal to nations worldwide, with a special focus on aiding Ukraine amidst … Continue reading Japan and Cambodia Unite for Global Demining Effort
Prolonged Weakness of Japanese Yen Anticipated
TOKYO – Goldman Sachs has projected that the Japanese Yen will likely maintain its weakened state against the dollar for an extended period, with expectations set for the currency to remain at or above 150 to the dollar over the … Continue reading Prolonged Weakness of Japanese Yen Anticipated
Trilateral summit: Japan, South Korea & China meet
SEOUL — China’s premier agreed today to revive three-way cooperation with South Korea and Japan in the face of shared challenges but issued a veiled rebuke against the two countries’ expanding security cooperation with the United States. Chinese Premier Li … Continue reading Trilateral summit: Japan, South Korea & China meet
Panasonic: A journey from crisis to renaissance
TOKYO – After years of crisis and stagnation, the Japanese electronics company Panasonic has achieved a remarkable turnaround. Thanks to a new strategy and a series of reforms, the company was able to record its highest net profit ever in … Continue reading Panasonic: A journey from crisis to renaissance