Japan

New Pterosaur Species Discovered in Japan

November 27, 2024

Pterosaurs were remarkable flying reptiles that roamed the Earth from 210 to 65 million years ago. They predated birds and bats as the first flying vertebrates. Recent discoveries have shed light on these ancient creatures, particularly in Japan. Characteristics of ..

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India and Japan Defence Technology Agreement

November 18, 2024

India and Japan have recently signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI), which focuses on the co-development of the UNICORN mast. The UNICORN is a conical structure that enhances stealth on naval warships, which falls under the India-Japan Defence Technology Cooperation ..

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Shigeru Ishiba Re-elected as Prime Minister of Japan

November 13, 2024

Japan’s political landscape has recently shifted. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) faced important challenges in the last general election. However, Shigeru Ishiba has been re-elected as Prime Minister. He secured the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. ..

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Japan slips behind Germany to World’s 4th Largest Economy

February 16, 2024

Japan has slipped behind Germany to fourth position among the world’s largest economies in gross domestic product (GDP) terms. Earlier projections suggested Japan could overtake the United States as the biggest economy. However, structural challenges and currency effects have since ..

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Japan’s Population Decline

July 27, 2023

Japan, known for its rich culture and technological advancements, is facing significant demographic challenges. As of 2022, the country’s total population stands at 125.41 million, but it has been experiencing a decline over the past years. The Population Decline and ..

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Japan’s LGBT Understanding Bill

June 17, 2023

Japan’s recent passing of a bill to promote understanding of the LGBT community has stirred both hope and criticism. As the only G7 country lacking legal protection for same-sex unions, Japan’s legislation has faced scrutiny for its perceived shortcomings.   ..

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Japan Redefines Age of Consent

June 17, 2023

Japan recently made significant changes to its age of consent laws, raising the minimum age at which one can legally engage in sexual relations. This transformative move aims to provide stronger legal protections, particularly for minors, in matters related to ..

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$95 Million Undersea Cable Connection Project in Micronesia

June 7, 2023

Japan, the United States, and Australia have recently announced their joint venture in signing a significant undersea cable project. This initiative aims to improve network connectivity in the Indo-Pacific region, while also countering China’s expanding influence. Connecting Nations and Enhancing ..

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