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Decoupling and South Korea’s new capitalism
Now, instead of always reinvesting profits, South Korean firms are delivering more short-term value to shareholders — a change that could help keep capital in the country.
Source: The Japan Times
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Takaichi opposes urging public to save energy amid Middle East crisis
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday took a negative stance on urging the Japanese public to limit energy usage amid supply uncertainties due to the war in the…
Source: Japan Today
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Tsunami survivor battles wildfire to protect hometown in Japan's northeast
Ryota Haga was in high school when the biggest earthquake ever recorded in Japan triggered a deadly tsunami and swept away his family home in the quiet northeastern…
Source: Japan Today
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Hungary’s shift unlocks new opportunities for NATO and Ukraine
Ukraine. By the time of his rejection by the electorate, he was widely regarded as Putin's top ally in Europe and a Trojan horse inside the alliance.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan struggles to navigate US-Europe split in G7 over Hormuz
Australia, Canada and South Korea look to diversify ties amid changing dynamic
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Samsung eyes exit from China TV, appliance sales to focus on US
South Korean group struggles to compete on price with Chinese brands
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Global military spending rises 2.9%
Global military spending rose 2.9% in 2025 despite a 7.5% decline in the United States as President Donald Trump halted new financial military aid to Ukraine, a report…
Source: Japan Today
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China warns US over sanctions 'misuse' after oil refiner Hengli hit
Shares plunge as teapot refinery accused of enabling Iran's military by buying its crude
Source: Nikkei Asia
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SusHi Tech Tokyo underway, bringing startups, big companies and investors together
Organizers of Asia's largest startup convention hope the event results in 10,000 business negotiations.
Source: The Japan Times
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M6.1 quake strikes in northern Japan
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook part of northern Japan early Monday, but no damage or casualties have been reported. No tsunami advisory was issued by the Japan Meteorological…
Source: Japan Today
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