"I intend to closely work with the new president to improve Japan-South Korea ties," Kishida said, underscoring that a healthy relationship between the countries is ...

The country is currently identified in the national security strategy as a "partner" with which Tokyo will promote peace and stability in the international community.

Makers of products as diverse as clothes hangers, guitar amplifiers and drinking fountains for pets are already feeling the latest squeeze.

The latest data suggests inflationary pressures were building even before war in Ukraine triggered a broad surge in commodity prices.

When the mortar shell hit, the family were about 12 yards away from the crater it left. They had no chance.

Z Holdings, which makes the bulk of its revenue through mobile ads and spending, plans to expand by tapping a five-year budget of roughly ¥500 ...

Yoon Suk-yeol "built his reputation as a fierce fighter against power abuse, not a conventional democratic leader who would value negotiation," one expert said.

Soaring sales of lozenges, gargles and other over-the-counter medication has squeezed supplies — even in countries where cases are falling.

Given Yoon's call for improved ties with Japan and the security dynamics sparked by Russia's aggression in Ukraine, he has been seen as a more ...

Without urgent action, many countries around the world could end up without the skilled workers they need for their future development.