Tokyo, May 13, 2026 — In a high-stakes diplomatic maneuver ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to Beijing this week, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held closed-door talks in Tokyo on Tuesday. Their discussions centered on the evolving U.S.-China relationship, regional supply chain resilience and the delicate … Read more
US Criticizes China’s Nuclear Arsenal Expansion, Calls for Dialogue The United States has voiced concerns over China’s rapid expansion of its nuclear arsenal, urging Beijing to join multilateral arms control talks. The criticism came during a conference on nuclear disarmament, highlighting growing tensions over global security and the potential for a new arms race. This … Read more
Japan is intensifying its efforts to penetrate the South Asian food market, focusing on the high-growth potential of Bangladesh. In a strategic move to diversify trade, Japan’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Suzuki, visited Bangladesh to call for stronger cooperation in expanding the export of Japanese agricultural products and processed foods. The diplomatic push … Read more
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concern that the United States government’s focus on the upcoming mid-term elections could lead to a decline in diplomatic attention, potentially complicating the current international landscape. The Ukrainian leader’s apprehension comes as the Trump administration prepares for a pivotal electoral cycle that traditionally shifts the focus of the U.S. Executive … Read more
did You Know? According to the U.S. Geological Survey, China currently controls around 60% of the world’s rare earth element production. Despite growing geopolitical tensions, key business leaders from Japan are advocating for the continuation of economic exchange with China. This call for sustained collaboration comes amid a backdrop of increasingly strained bilateral relations,highlighting the … Read more