U.S. mulls expanding military ties with Japan despite Trump's criticism of the alliance
President Trump has complained the U.S.-Japan defense partnership is one-sided, but with China throwing its weight around, ...
Taiwan appoints Japanese ex-military chief as advisor
Shigeru Iwasaki remains an influential figure in Tokyo and his appointment is meant to strengthen political and military ties ...
Hegseth to fly to the Philippines and Japan in first visit to Asian treaty allies at odds with China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to visit the Philippines, the first stop in his first trip to Asia next week ...
US defence chief Hegseth to fly to the Philippines and Japan
MANILA: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to visit the Philippines, the first stop in his first trip to Asia ...
Opinion
Japan’s Leader Didn’t Read the Job Description
The political-gift scandal might seem small stakes. But it’s a blow to Shigeru Ishiba’s one saving grace — his squeaky-clean image ...
North Korea warns Japan against deploying long-range missiles in Kyushu, KCNA says
North Korea warned Japan against deploying long-range missiles in the Kyushu region in March 2026, saying such attack capability will "bring about constant escalation of tension" in Northeast Asia, ...