TOKYO, Aug. 15 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iwaya Takeshi, will attend the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama from August 20 (Wed) to 22 (Fri). This year's TICAD 9 is expected to draw numerous participants from African countries, regional and international organizations, private companies, and civil society. Discussions will focus on future initiatives by Japan, Africa and...
TOKYO, Aug. 14 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: On August 15, 2025, Prime Minister Ishiba offered prayers at Chidorigafuchi National Cemetery. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
TOKYO, Aug. 14 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: Tomorrow, August 15, is the "Day to Commemorate the War Dead and Pray for Peace." The Government of Japan will hold a Memorial Ceremony for the War Dead at Nippon Budokan Hall to commemorate more than three million people who lost their lives in the war, in the presence of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan and with the attendance of representatives of bereaved family members and representatives from...
TOKYO, Aug. 13 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: Ms.IKUINA Akiko, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, will visit Brisbane, Australia, from August 17 to Augst 20. During her visit, Ms.Ikuina is scheduled to attend the Pacific Infrastructure Conference to be hosted by the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council. She is also scheduled to meet with officials of the State Government of Queensland in Brisbane to exchange views on further stren...
TOKYO, Aug. 13 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: On August 13, commencing at 11:30 p.m., Mr. ISHIBA Shigeru, Prime Minister of Japan, participated in the "Virtual Leaders Meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Ukraine", which was hosted by the Governments of the United Kingdom, France and Germany. The key points made are as follows: Prime Minister Ishiba renewed his respect for and expressed solidarity with all the Ukrainian people, who are battling...
TOKYO, Aug. 13 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: On August 13, 2025, Prime Minister Ishiba attended the Virtual Leaders Meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Ukraine at the Prime Minister's Official Residence. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
TOKYO, Aug. 9 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: On August 8 (local time), the Government of Israel announced its decision to approve a plan to take control of Gaza City. Japan is strongly concerned that this decision will further exacerbate the already dire humanitarian situation in Gaza. Japan once again urges all parties to return to negotiations and to work in good faith towards a ceasefire and the release of hostages. Japan opposes any actions, such ...
TOKYO, Aug. 9 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan issued the following news release: Japan welcomes the fact that on August 8 (local time), in the presence of US President Trump, the joint declaration was signed in Washington, D.C., by President Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Prime Minister Pashinyan of the Republic of Armenia, aimed at achieving peace. Japan also highly commends US's mediation efforts, including those led by President Trump. Japan hopes that the signing of this d...
TOKYO, Aug. 8 -- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan issued the following news release: I. Opinions on Economic and Financial Developments Economic Developments Japan's economy has recovered moderately, although some weakness has been seen in part. Japan's economic growth is likely to moderate due to the effects of trade and other policies in each jurisdiction. Thereafter, however, Japan's economic growth rate is likely to rise, with overseas economies returning to a moderate grow...
TOKYO, Aug. 8 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following highlight: On August 8, commencing at 11:45 a.m. for approximately 45 minutes, Mr.ISHIBA Shigeru, Prime Minister of Japan held a summit meeting with H.E. Ms. Dina Ercilia BOLUARTE ZEGARRA, President of the Republic of Peru, who is visiting Japan as an official Guest of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. Following the meeting, the two leaders witnessed the signing and exchange ceremony of the "Memorandum of Cooperation in the Fiel...