Tag: Japan
Japan to send protective gears, drones to Ukraine
As part of the economic sanctions imposed on Moscow, Japan on Tuesday put into effect an import ban on 38…
Japan expels eight Russian diplomats
Earlier on Friday, the industry minister said Japan planned to reduce Russian coal imports gradually while seeking alternative suppliers in…
3 die after strong earthquake hits Japan
Initially, the earthquake was categorised as 7.3 magnitudes but was revised on Thursday to 7.4 magnitudes.
Japan to freeze assets of 4 more Russian banks
Seven Russian banks are to be excluded from the SWIFT messaging system, the main system underpinning global financial transactions.
Japan closes Kiev embassy until further notice
The decision to close the embassy in Kiev comes after the Russian military’s announcement it plans to bomb communications and…
Japan working with G7 for effective sanctions against Russia
Japanese shares fell and the yen drew demand as a safe haven currency on Monday, after Western nations imposed new…
Japanese companies suspend operation in Ukraine
A total of 57 Japanese companies reportedly have branches in Ukraine, with 28 of them engaged in the production sector.
Japan to expedite administration of COVID-19 booster shots
Fewer than 1% of Japanese have received booster shots, far behind Britain's 53% and 24% in the United States, according…
Japan cancels 160 flights over snowstorm
The NHK broadcaster reported that the flights were mainly those taking off or landing in the Japanese island of Hokkaido.
Japan hangs 3 prisoners
After the executions, Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Seiji Kihara told reporters it is “not appropriate to abolish (the country’s death…
Omicron variant: Japan bans all foreign arrivals
Japan’s border restrictions were eased in early November, allowing students, business people and technical interns into the country
Japan mulls releasing crude oil reserves to reduce prices
In the past, Japan tapped such reserves when it faced natural disasters and geopolitical risks overseas, Kyodo said.
Japan’s Mount Aso erupts
Mount Aso in southwestern Japan erupted on Wednesday morning sending thick clouds of ash up to 3,500 metres into the…
Japan’s PM Suga backs Taro Kono in succession race
Suga had been widely expected to seek re-election as LDP leader, with most speculation surrounding only how soon after that…
Japan suspends use of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
Japan’s Health Ministry on Thursday said that the use of 1.63 million doses of the Moderna Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine was…