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South Korea’s wealth fund to tap alternative assets with Tokyo office

It will be the fund's sixth overseas outpost, joining offices in New York, London, Singapore, Mumbai and San Francisco.

Reading manga in print improves memory recall time vs. digital versions: Japan study

TOKYO -- Reading manga in print improves comprehension and reduces unnecessary brain activity compared to reading on a tablet, a University of Tokyo s

India’s China dilemma: engagement vs. dependence

India's attempt to reduce dependence on China, for now, requires deeper engagement with the Asian giant. This is the central contradiction shaping the relationship.

Failed Simba-M1 deal sends Singapore telecom consolidation to square one

Taiwan says Japan and Philippines must respect its rights in maritime border talks

Taiwan's foreign ministry said it calls on Japan and the Philippines to fully consider ‌Taiwan's rights and interests and engage in talks.

Tropical Storm Jangmi slams Japan, triggering flood alerts and disrupting transportation

Flood warnings were in place for several rivers in Tokyo on Wednesday morning, including Level 4 alerts for the Meguro, Kanda, Nogawa and Sengawa rivers.

Japan's local banks flee China for Singapore, India as supply chains shift

Singapore's DBS to open more wealth centers as rich Asians seek advice

Full Speech: Defense Minister Koizumi Rejects Beijing's 'New Militarism' Accusation

In Singapore, Koizumi laid out Japan's case for deeper security cooperation, urging unity among like-minded nations amid growing regional tensions. The post Full Speech: Defense Minister Koizumi Rejects Beijing's 'New Militarism' Accusation first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

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Japan's defense minister rejects China criticism, vows Indo-Pacific ties

SINGAPORE (Kyodo) -- Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on Sunday pledged to strengthen his country's defense capabilities and security cooper

Japan, S. Korea to resume search-and-rescue drill after about 9 years

SINGAPORE (Kyodo) -- Japan and South Korea will resume a joint search-and-rescue exercise next month for the first time in about nine years, reflectin

AUKUS nations to develop payloads for uncrewed undersea vehicles

The U.S. defense secretary met his Australian and British counterparts on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, where they reviewed progress on the AUKUS pact.

Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific security

SINGAPORE (AP) -- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Pacific allies on Saturday that Washington remained committed to the region, but toned d

Japan eyes Mogami frigate export to New Zealand in 1st trilateral talks

SINGAPORE (Kyodo) -- Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on Saturday held the first trilateral meeting with his counterparts from New Zealand a

Myanmar’s junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China

The five-day trip underscores the gradual return of regional re-engagement for Myanmar, five years after being shunned by many of its neighbors.

Japan defense chief to attend Asia security forum, hold NZ frigate talks

TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi said Friday he will visit Singapore for three days through Sunday to attend the annual Sha

Hong Kong and Singapore brace for AI chill in finance job market

Shangri-La Dialogue: How the UK Is Building Trust in the Indo-Pacific

A British defense official explores the UK's growing strategic cooperation in Asia as it sends its largest-ever delegation to the Singapore security summit. The post Shangri-La Dialogue: How the UK Is Building Trust in the Indo-Pacific first appeared on JAPAN Forward.

Snack maker behind Japan's Shiruko Sand looks to Singapore, Southeast Asia