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SMFG & Nippon Life: $3B Boost for Japan Deals
SMFG and Nippon Life are considering a $3 billion private credit fund. This move could unlock more capital for mergers and acquisitions in Japan.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Trump’s victory rhetoric undercut by downed U.S. jet in Iran war
The downing of a U.S. aircraft has pierced the aura of invincibility Donald Trump has sought to project.
Source: The Japan Times
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U.S. rescues airman as Trump and Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline
The dramatic extraction resolved a crisis for U.S. President Donald Trump with the war on Iran in its sixth week.
Source: The Japan Times
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Global plastic recycling stalls at under 10%
Low rate raises alarms over climate impact and ecosystem damage
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan should lead efforts toward U.S.-Iran ceasefire
Terashima said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had visited him to exchange opinions on nuclear issues in 2010, when he was the Iranian ambassador to Japan.
Source: The Japan Times
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Tonga's debt to China hinders rebuilding effort four years after eruption
Tongan Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua has said his country will not be accepting any more loans from Beijing.
Source: The Japan Times
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Gasoline, diapers and drinks: Japan faces wide-ranging impact amid concern over oil
The government has assured the public that the supply of crude oil is sufficient for now, but efforts to curb consumption could be needed if the situation doesn't improve.
Source: The Japan Times
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Takaichi’s path from crisis manager to ‘champion’ builder
Despite steady leadership amid global risks, Prime Minister Takaichi lacks decisive economic vision, leaving questions about whether she will seize the narrow window for reform.
Source: The Japan Times
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Can a downtown Tokyo super sento bathhouse beat a hotel for a one-night stay?
Does the morning sauna make up for a night of communal snoring? With Tokyo hotel prices increasing due to the tourism boom, both domestic and international travelers are often left on the hunt for bud
Source: SoraNews24
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Edo period rest stop remakes itself for 21st century globe-trotters
Nagano's Narai-juku restores its traditional folk houses
Source: Nikkei Asia
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