North Korea fires second missile as allied drills approach
North Korea launched a ballistic missile from the Wonsan area on August 12, prompting coordinated responses days before U.S.-South Korea drills begin.
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Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall in China on July 11 After Affecting Japan and Taiwan
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in Zhejiang province on July 11 after bringing strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands and Taiwan. More than 1.7 million people were evacuated in Zhejiang, while Taiwan lifted its land and sea warnings the next day.
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North Korea Launches Ballistic Missile Before Expected U.S.-South Korea Drills
North Korea launched a short-range ballistic missile toward the sea on August 6, according to South Korean and Japanese authorities, days before expected annual U.S.-South Korea military exercises.
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Typhoon Bavi moves toward China after battering Taiwan and Japan
Typhoon Bavi prompted sheltering, sandbagging and crop-protection efforts in Taiwan and Japan as China prepared for the storm’s possible arrival.
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Japan Raises Departure Tax to ¥3,000 as Tourism Pressure Builds
Japan’s departure tax rose to ¥3,000 on July 1 as record visitor numbers test whether new tourism revenue can ease pressure on crowded destinations.
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BOJ minutes show why inflation, yen and energy costs complicate rates
Bank of Japan minutes show a tightening bias, but energy costs, yen weakness and Middle East risks leave the timing of the next rate move uncertain.
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Japan, U.S. and South Korea Renew North Korea Coordination in Manila
Foreign ministers from Japan, the U.S. and South Korea renewed coordination on North Korea while broadening work on cyber threats, supply chains and security.
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Kumamoto earthquake recovery begins as reported deaths reach 38
Japan’s Kumamoto earthquake response is shifting toward recovery, but heat, water outages, crowded shelters and damaged infrastructure continue to endanger survivors.