Japan has pushed back against China’s accusations of militarism, arguing that Beijing’s growing military arsenal poses a greater concern. Japan’s Defence Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, criticised China’s rapid military expansion and lack of transparency during a security summit in Singapore. He dismissed claims that Japan was pursuing a “new militarism” and insisted the country’s defence buildup…
Japan takes a major step forward in its energy policy. The Niigata Prefectural Assembly approves the restart of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Power Plant. This plant stands as the biggest in the world. Officials plan to activate the No. 6 reactor first in January 2026. TEPCO operates the facility and leads the effort. Background on the…
Japanese authorities evaluate widespread impacts following a 7.5 magnitude earthquake that struck off the northeastern coast late Monday night. The quake injured at least 33 people and prompted urgent tsunami warnings across affected regions. The Quake Hits Northern Coast The 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck off Japan’s northeastern coast on Monday night. It occurred around 11:15…
The Japanese government clearly stated that its new “JICA Africa Hometown” initiative won’t grant Nigerians or Africans Special Visa Deal or immigration benefits. On Monday, Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs debunked reports claiming Nigerians relocating to Kisarazu city would get a new visa category. They explained that at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African…
