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Japan Arrests 3 Over Illegal Vietnamese Workers
Three individuals have been arrested in Japan for allegedly hiring Vietnamese workers illegally. The arrests followed an investigation that began last May.
Source: The Japan Times
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Binance Expansion: More Crypto in Asia by 2026
Binance aims to secure five more crypto licenses across Asia by 2026. This expansion signals growing crypto adoption in the region.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Korean Market Plunge: Impact on Japan Travel?
South Korea's KOSPI index saw a record 12% drop amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. While the direct impact on Japan travel is currently limited, monitor currency fluctuations and regional stability.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Bank of Japan stance on rate hikes unchanged by Iran conflict: deputy chief
Central bank decision will be based on economy and inflation, Himino indicates
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Sony Bank teams with Japan's JPYC on yen-denominated stablecoins
Companies look to allow use of cryptocurrency to tip performers at online events
Source: Nikkei Asia
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PayPay's US IPO to draw Visa, Gulf sovereign funds as key investors
Major backers help broaden appeal for SoftBank-backed smartphone payment service
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Pakistan in turmoil after killing of Iran's Khamenei sparks outrage
US consulate attack and Gilgit violence expose sectarian and economic fault lines
Source: Nikkei Asia
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India and Canada seal uranium supply deal as Modi hosts Carney
As recent tensions recede, Indian PM says nations aim for $50bn in trade by 2030
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Three U.S. warplanes mistakenly shot down by Kuwait air defense
CENTCOM added that all six aircrew ejected and were safe.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan says Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure not yet 'survival-threatening'
Minesweeping in oil-shipping artery would require grounds for collective self-defense
Source: Nikkei Asia
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