May 31 Japan enacts a $21 billion extra budget to tackle rising prices By Associated Press Japan’s parliament has enacted a $21 billion extra budget to tackle soaring fuel and food prices following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Continue reading
May 23 WATCH: Biden says U.S. would intervene with military to defend Taiwan By Josh Boak, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press Biden, at a news conference in Tokyo, said “yes” when asked if he was willing to get involved militarily to defend Taiwan if China invaded. “That’s the commitment we made,” he added. Continue reading
Jan 21 Biden has first formal talks with Japanese PM Kishida to discuss North Korea and China concerns By Aamer Madhani, Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have held their first formal talks as they face fresh concerns about North Korea's nuclear program and China's growing military assertiveness. Continue reading
Nov 10 Fumio Kishida reelected as Japan’s prime minister By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press Fumio Kishida was chosen by the Liberal Democrats as a safe, conservative choice a month ago. They had feared heavy election losses if unpopular former Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga had stayed in power. Continue reading
Sep 29 Former Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida to become prime minister By Mari Yamaguchi, Associated Press Kishida replaces outgoing party leader Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, who is stepping down after serving only one year. Continue reading