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20 Agosto 2026

U.S. Wants Allies to End ICC Aid

Washington, Aug. 19 (Jiji Press)–A U.S. Department of State spokesperson Wednesday voiced hopes that Japan and other allies will terminate their support for the International Criminal Court. “We expect our allies to end their support for the ICC, which represents a threat
20 Agosto 2026

Dollar Falls below 158.50 Yen in Tokyo Morning

Tokyo, Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–The dollar fell below 158.50 yen in Tokyo foreign exchange trading Thursday morning, reflecting a drop in U.S. long-term interest rates. At 10 a.m., the dollar stood at 158.39-41 yen, down from 159.16-17 yen at 5 p.m. Wednesday.
20 Agosto 2026

U.N. Chief “Seriously Concerned” over U.S. Sanctions on ICC Head

New York, Aug. 19 (Jiji Press)–U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is “seriously concerned” about U.S. sanctions on International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane, U.N. spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said Wednesday. The United Nations regards The Hague-based court as “a key pillar of international criminal
20 Agosto 2026

Teacher Teams Rally to Reopen Quake-Hit Kumamoto Schools

Uki, Kumamoto Pref., Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–Teams of teachers mobilized from across Japan are supporting schools in the southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto, which was hit by a powerful earthquake last month, before they reopen after the summer break. Drawing on their past
20 Agosto 2026

Japanese Brokers Hold Financial Education Events for Kids

Tokyo, Aug. 20 (Jiji Press)–Major Japanese securities companies are providing elementary school students with opportunities to learn about the economy and financial systems during the summer holiday period. At an event held by SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. at its branch in Tokyo’s
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