Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–NTT Data Group Corp., Sumitomo Corp. and JA Mitsui Leasing Ltd. said Tuesday they have established a company to construct and operate a submarine communication cable connecting Japan, Malaysia and Singapore. Their investment ratio is unknown. They aim

(Adnkronos) – The EU “condemns the acts of violence” committed in recent days against political actors in Honduras and “invites all involved parties to ensure a peaceful and orderly transition of power”, as well as to respect the will of the Honduran

(Adnkronos) – Arrests for illegal immigration have reached their highest levels ever in London. This was revealed by the British Home Office, after raids on commercial activities in the capital were intensified. The crackdown on illegal work has seen officers step up

(Adnkronos) – The BBC will seek to have the defamation lawsuit filed by the President of the United States against the broadcaster dismissed. This is according to documents filed in a Florida court. Donald Trump has demanded ten billion dollars in compensation

(Adnkronos) – Italy is “deeply concerned” at the violent crackdown in Iran against nationwide anti-government protests that erupted on 28 December, in which rights groups claim over 1,000 people have likely been killed and over 10,700 have been arrested, foreign minister Antonio

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average finished above 53,000 for the first time on Tuesday, attracting buying on media reports that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering calling a snap general election. The key index surged 1,609.27

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Sentiment among so-called economy watchers in Japan worsened for two months in a row in December as the indexes for household activity and corporate activity declined, a Cabinet Office survey showed Tuesday. The seasonally adjusted diffusion index for

Nara, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Tuesday that she and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung agreed on the importance of strategic collaboration, including security cooperation involving the United States. Takaichi and Lee also agreed to continue “shuttle” diplomacy,

(Adnkronos) – Oil-Top proven reserves. 

Wakayama, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Two new amphipod species with black-and-white coloring patterns like a giant panda have been found in the town of Shirahama, Wakayama Prefecture, western Japan. Some in the prefecture hope that the novel creatures will be a new local

Saga, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Saga University will launch a new faculty in April to study the science of cosmetics comprehensively, the first such faculty by a Japanese national or public university. The faculty is designed to nurture experts in manufacturing and developing

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average finished above 53,000 for the first time on Tuesday, attracting buying on media reports that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering calling a snap general election. The key index surged 1,609.27

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japanese freelance television announcer Hiroshi Kume, known for hosting popular music show “The Best Ten” and news show “News Station,” died of lung cancer on Jan. 1, it was learned Tuesday. Kume joined Tokyo Broadcasting System Television Inc.

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Fujitsu Ltd. plans to continue raising wages as workers in Japan receive less than their counterparts globally, CEO Takahito Tokita said in a recent interview. “We are proactively reviewing wage levels to maintain our competitive advantage,” Tokita said.

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–The number of corporate bankruptcies in Japan surpassed 10,000 for two years in a row in 2025 as smaller businesses were hard hit by soaring labor costs and surging prices, Tokyo Shoko Research Ltd., a credit research firm,

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japan posted a current account surplus of 3,674.1 billion yen in November 2025, up 10 pct from a year earlier, thanks to a wider trade surplus driven by stronger exports, the Finance Ministry said Tuesday. According to the

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara informed the Diet on Tuesday that this year’s ordinary session of the parliament will be convened Jan. 23. The top government spokesman made the notification at board meetings of the steering committees

Washington, Jan. 12 (Jiji Press)–Finance ministers from the Group of Seven major industrial nations at a meeting in Washington on Monday agreed to quickly take measures to enhance supply chains for rare earth minerals. Hosted by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the

Washington, Jan. 12 (Jiji Press)–Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent shared concern over the yen’s recent one-sided depreciation during a meeting in Washington on Monday, Katayama said. Katayama, speaking at a press conference after the meeting, said

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 stock average continued rising to top 53,000 for the first time ever on Tuesday morning. A wide variety of issues attracted hefty buying on the Tokyo stock market following media reports that Japanese Prime

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–Suzuki Motor Corp. has announced a decision to acquire land for a new automobile plant in India. The Japanese automaker will buy the site in Sanand in the western Indian state of Gujarat for some 49.6 billion rupees

Washington, Jan. 12 (Jiji Press)–Finance ministers from the Group of Seven major industrial nations at a meeting in Washington on Monday discussed cooperation on enhancing supply chains for rare earth minerals. Hosted by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the meeting among Britain,

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–The Japanese government will step up support for the overseas expansion of content industries such as games and anime, while also investing further in related human resources development. Overseas sales of Japanese content reached around 5.8 trillion yen

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–The leaders of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and Komeito have agreed to team up toward the next House of Representatives election, which may be in the offing. Meeting at a hotel in Tokyo on Monday, Yoshihiko

(Adnkronos) – The release of four Italian prisoners from jail in Venezuela in recent days “is an important step towards rebuilding a strong bridge” between Italy and the crisis-hit South American country, foreign minister Antonio Tajani said on Monday.  “We welcome the

Tokyo, Jan. 13 (Jiji Press)–A new program offering comprehensive legal assistance for victims in serious crimes, including murder and sexual offenses, and bereaved families started in Japan on Tuesday. The assistance, both in criminal and civil procedures, is provided basically free of

Berlin, Jan. 12 (Jiji Press)–Japan’s Toyota Motor Corp. maintained its status as the world’s top automaker in terms of vehicle sales in 2025, holding the leadership for the sixth straight year. Volkswagen Group on Monday reported sales of 8,983,900 units for 2025,

(Adnkronos) – Italy’s government has “never discussed” sending troops to Greenland “nor has this been requested”, foreign minister Antonio Tajani said on Monday as Europe mulls how to respond US president Donald Trump’s vow to acquire Denmark’s resource-rich, strategic Arctic territory.  “The

(Adnkronos) – Trump administration officials will meet Wednesday with their Danish counterpart to address the Greenland issue. This is what Cbsnews writes, citing diplomatic sources, after Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen confirmed yesterday the meeting this week between Foreign Minister Lars Løkke

(Adnkronos) – “We continue to call for de-escalation and dialogue, and we welcome initiatives that lead to that end. It is important to return to the political path towards stability and prosperity.” Anouar El Anouni, spokesperson for the European Commission, stated this