ASEAN envoy to visit Myanmar from March 20
Cambodia has announced that a special envoy from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will…
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Japan will accept Ukrainian refugees and work for ceasefire
Japan will accept refugees fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio…
Neutral countries break with tradition on Ukraine
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has drawn criticism from world leaders. It is even pushing traditionally…
Global criticism of Russia grows
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he received some signals from Russia during the first round…
India plays balancing act against Russian invasion
Demonstrations took place in the Indian capital over the weekend against Russia’s decision. But the…
Japanese government and BOJ hold emergency talks on Ukraine
Japan’s financial authorities and central banks have gathered for urgent discussions on how the Ukraine…
Southeast Asia adds to opposition voices
The peoples and governments of Southeast Asia are adding their voices of opposition to the…
Kishida condemns Russia and announces additional sanctions
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio strongly condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He also announced…
Japan announces sanctions against Russia
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio announced sanctions against Russia for its unilateral recognition of the…
Background to the Japanese government’s response to Russia’s action
The Japanese government has condemned Russia’s recognition of two breakaway regions of Ukraine as independent.…
Japan’s travel restrictions could be eased in time for cherry blossom season
Japan’s borders could reopen in March after being closed to tourists for two years.Europeans are…
Myanmar coup: one year later, the resistance continues
The coup in Myanmar that took place a year ago shattered lives and destroyed a…
UNSC and ASEAN call for end to violence in Myanmar
The UN Security Council has called for an end to the ongoing violence in Myanmar,…
Japan warns of North Korea’s provocations
The Japanese government plans to step up surveillance and is on high alert after North…
Cambodia urges Myanmar to abide by 5-point deal
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has urged Myanmar’s military leaders to follow through on a…
Kishida sets out priorities in his first political speech
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio opened the new Diet session with an outline of his…
Japan travel restrictions: Japan tightens restrictions as Omicron cases soar
Japan recently announced the expansion of COVID-19 restrictions to the capital of Tokyo, as well…
Philippine FM: Aung San Suu Kyi essential
The Philippine foreign minister has urged Myanmar’s military to include ousted leader Aung San Suu…
Omicron insulation to reduce for close contact
Japan’s health minister said the isolation period for people who have been in close contact…
What we know so far
~~ ~ The Omicron variant of COVID-19 made its spectacular entrance at the end of…
Japan travel ban worries foreigners and businesses | Coronavirus pandemic
Cassie Lord, a freelance writer based in Tsukuba, Japan, planned to spend Christmas in her…
Date set for Australia-Japan travel bubble, but big question remains
Scott Morrison’s ‘travel bubble’ announcement leaves Australians confused and deflated Earlier this month, when Australian…
Australia – Japan Travel Bubble Announcement! Our updated comprehensive guide to international travel?
Mt. Yotei-zan, or simply, Yotei. Here is the view from the top of Niseko United.…
Japan’s closed door disrupts people’s lives
Over the past week, a number of countries have finally started easing restrictions on international…
Japan’s travel subsidy campaign kicks off amid concerns over virus spread
Japan’s travel subsidy campaign was launched on Wednesday to help revive a domestic tourism industry…
Coronavirus travel: Australia-Japan travel could resume this year
Travel between Australia and Japan could resume before the end of the year, although the…
Gender gaps run deep in Japanese society, says UN official
Gender gaps remain wide in Japan as traditional gender roles are heavily reinforced in society…