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Japan Amid Domestic Shortage

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Illuminated Woljeonggyo Bridge at blue hour , in Gyeongju , South Korea .

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South Korean Graduates Increasingly Seek Jobs in Japan Amid Domestic Shortage

A surge in South Korean youth taking jobs in Japan highlights contrasting labor market challenges between the two countries.

Aug 3, 2026, 4:09 AM South China Morning Post World

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Earth pyramids in Steinegg (Karneid, South Tyrol, Italy)

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Japanese Startups Accelerate Entry into Defense Drone Industry

Amid efforts to reduce reliance on China, Japan's startups are expanding domestic defense drone manufacturing with new collaborations and production initiatives.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 3, 2026, 2:04 AM

Satellite image of Japan in May 2003. The islands of Japan are shown clearly off the coast of North and South Korea, China, and Russia in this true-color image. Running down through the islands are a string of mountains that make up part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire." The Ring of Fire is a zone of frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions that stretches in a series of arcs from New Zealand, through Indonesia, up through the Philippines, Japan, the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka Peninsula (Russia), across the Pacific Ocean via the Aleutian Islands, and down the coast of the Americas. Seventy-five percent of the world's volcanoes are in this ring, making it the most volcanically-active region on the planet. Also shown in this image are a number of fires, which are marked with red dots. A few fires were detected in Japan, China, and North Korea, but the majority were detected in Russia's Primorskiy-Kray region. This true-color Aqua MODIS image was acquired on May 1, 2003.

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Japan Faces Labor Shortages Amid Economic and Political Shifts

Despite promising better jobs, Japan struggles with fewer workers available as political and economic changes unfold.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 2, 2026, 9:39 PM

Filipino casualties on the first day of the Philippine-American War . Original caption is 'Insurgent dead just as they fell in the trench near Santa Ana, February 5th. The trench was circular, and the picture shows but a small portion.'

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Filipino Housekeepers Meet Growing Demand in Japan’s Expanding Domestic Services Market

Since 2016, Filipino workers have become a preferred choice for housekeeping roles in Japan, supported by legal reforms and rising dual-income households.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 6:42 AM

The Seven Sisters , a series of seven chalk cliff peaks along the East Sussex coast in England. Seaford head in the background is on the other side of the River Cuckmere and not part of the Seven Sisters. Taken by myself as a series of 7 frames with a Canon 5D and 70-200mm f/2.8L lens at 200mm.

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Badminton Shuttlecock Prices Surge 30% in Japan Due to China’s Feather Shortage

Japan faces a significant increase in badminton shuttlecock prices amid a shortage of feathers in China, a key supplier in the region.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 1, 2026, 5:53 AM

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Japan’s Ruling Party MPs Form Group to Protect $2.1 Billion Trading Card Market

Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party lawmakers launch a group to promote and regulate the booming trading card industry amid growing domestic and international demand.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 3:42 AM

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Japan's Drive to Replace Nuclear Reactors Faces Major Worker Shortage

A significant labor shortage is impeding Japan's efforts to update its nuclear energy infrastructure, with 70% of companies in the sector reporting difficulty in securing enough personnel.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 7:24 PM

Sankorfa Traditional Dance Ensemble in a group picture with their musical instruments. Sankorfa is a word in the Twi language of Ghana that translates to "Go back and get it" and also refers to the Asante Adinkra symbol represented either with a stylized heart shape or by a bird with its head turned backwards while its feet face forward carrying a precious egg in its mouth.

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JERA Secures LNG Stocks Through October, Sees No Risk to Summer Power Supply

Japan's largest power generator JERA reports strong quarterly profits and confirms stable LNG inventory amid summer demand concerns.

CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 5:46 AM

Secretary of State Dean Rusk , President Lyndon B. Johnson , and Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara at a meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House.

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Japan Lowers Growth Forecast for Fiscal 2026 Amid Rising Energy Costs

Higher oil prices linked to Middle East tensions have led Japan's government to reduce its economic growth outlook for the current fiscal year, while projecting a budget surplus return in 2027.

CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 3:01 AM

Red Fort - Closer view of the top part of the gate above the Meena Bazaar. Delhi, India

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Japan’s Nipro to Launch Mobile Dialysis Training in Rural India

Japanese medical equipment maker Nipro aims to address labor shortages and rising kidney disease rates by deploying a mobile dialysis training unit across four Indian states.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 29, 2026, 3:46 PM

A 46 segment × 3 exposure HDR panorama of the Hong Kong night skyline. Taken from Lugard Road at Victoria Peak .

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Shein IPO Filing, CXMT Listing, and Marcos Address Highlight Asia’s Economic Landscape

Key business developments in Asia include Shein’s anticipated Hong Kong IPO filing, CXMT’s Shanghai listing, and economic forecasts from AMRO amid regional challenges.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 27, 2026, 12:44 AM

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Japanese Private Equity Firms Expand Into Asia, Targeting Singapore and India

J-Will and Advantage Partners lead Japan's private equity push into Asian markets amid growing demand for new suppliers and growth opportunities.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 4:03 AM

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Japan to Create Senior Role to Boost Global Tech Standards Amid AI and Chip Challenges

The Japanese government plans a new senior position to coordinate efforts in promoting domestic technology as international standards, aiming to support growth in AI and semiconductor sectors.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 20, 2026, 10:33 PM

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ASEAN Ministers to Meet in Manila Amid Myanmar Crisis; Indonesia Eyes Rate Hikes

ASEAN foreign ministers will convene in Manila starting July 21 to discuss regional issues including Myanmar's civil war, while Indonesia's central bank signals continued currency stabilization efforts amid economic vulnerabilities.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 19, 2026, 6:40 AM

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Michelin-Starred Sanaburi Faces Ingredient Shortage Amid Changing Rural Landscape in Niigata

At Satoyama Jujo retreat in Niigata, Japan, the Michelin-starred restaurant Sanaburi is experiencing a shortage of udo, a traditional wild vegetable, highlighting challenges to local food sourcing.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 12:58 AM

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SoftBank, Sony, and Honda Lead Japan’s AI Consortium with Nvidia Support

A coalition of 44 Japanese companies launches a project to develop a sovereign AI foundation model, backed by a major purchase of Nvidia Rubin chips to advance physical AI.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 4:12 PM

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US War on Iran Depletes Weapons Stockpile Amid Renewed Attacks

As the US resumes military strikes on Iran, concerns grow over the depletion of its weapons inventory and delays in munitions production.

Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 PM

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Nippon Steel Tops Global Steelmakers in Profit per Ton Amid Market Challenges

Despite overproduction in China and weak domestic demand, Nippon Steel leads the industry in profitability per ton of crude steel in Q1 2026.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 10:22 PM

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Japan's Ruling Party Considers Lifting Ban on U.S. Fresh Potato Imports Amid Trade Talks

Tokyo debates allowing fresh American potatoes to enter the market, balancing consumer choice against agricultural concerns.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 14, 2026, 6:57 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump’s erratic behavior and sharp criticisms of allies raised concerns about the future reliability of US support within the alliance.

US Allies Express Apprehension After Trump’s Sudden Shift at NATO Summit in Ankara

At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump’s erratic behavior and sharp criticisms of allies raised concerns about the future reliability of US support within the alliance.

Guardian US | Jul 12, 2026, 6:08 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating UNESCO highlights the need for innovative financing to protect education spending as foreign aid decreases and calls for investigation into Sri Lanka prison violence.

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UNESCO Urges Expansion of Debt-for-Education Swaps Amid Declining Global Aid

UNESCO highlights the need for innovative financing to protect education spending as foreign aid decreases and calls for investigation into Sri Lanka prison violence.

UN News | Jul 10, 2026, 8:53 PM

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Skips NATO Summit Amid Parliamentary Standoff

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi missed the NATO summit in Turkey to manage a domestic parliamentary deadlock, foregoing a key opportunity for European diplomatic engagement.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 8, 2026, 11:10 PM

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Itochu and Daikin Launch Aluminum Recycling Venture to Reduce Japan's Middle East Dependence

Japanese firms Itochu and Daikin Industries collaborate to recover aluminum from used commercial air conditioners amid supply chain concerns.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 8, 2026, 9:37 AM

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Japan Faces Major Delays in Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing Amid Nuclear Plant Restarts

Japan's only planned nuclear fuel reprocessing plant is nearly 30 years behind schedule, complicating efforts to manage spent fuel as the country restarts and builds new nuclear power plants.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 8, 2026, 12:31 AM