Japan

China's PLA Daily published a rare full-page report on Monday claiming Japan holds an "astonishing" stockpile of nuclear materials and the technology to produce weapons. It stated that Japan had separated 44.4 tonnes of plutonium by the end of 2024, enough for about 5,500 nuclear warheads. The report warned that if Japan fully breaks free from its Three Non-Nuclear Principles, it "could become a de facto nuclear-armed state in an extremely short period of time."

March 31, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Japan's Foreign Ministry is establishing a new center to assist Japanese companies in investing in India. The initiative addresses challenges such as complex regulations and tax systems. It also promotes collaboration in AI, startups, and critical minerals, supporting a target of 10 trillion yen in private investment by 2035.

A Japanese destroyer has acquired the ability to launch U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles, the commander of the Maritime Self-Defense Force's fleet escort unit said. The Aegis-equipped Chokai completed refitting at a U.S. naval base in San Diego, California. It marks a milestone in Tokyo's efforts to bolster counterstrike capabilities amid regional threats.

March 27, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Scotland plays host to Japan in a World Cup warm-up friendly at Hampden Park on Saturday at 5pm. Manager Steve Clarke expects changes to the lineup due to injuries and aims to test squad depth ahead of the summer tournament. Japan, the first team to qualify for the World Cup, brings a strong record against European sides.

Japan's Imperial couple, along with Princess Aiko, have postponed a visit to Tohoku due to cold symptoms. The trip was planned to inspect recovery efforts in areas hit by the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

March 23, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

For the first time, revisions to Japan's family law will allow parents to choose sole or joint custody after divorce. Effective from April, the system promises more child time for some parents but sparks fear among domestic violence survivors.