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Japan and China in growing row after PM Takaichi says Taiwan conflict could trigger military deployment

New prime minister says an attack on Taiwan could trigger the deployment of her country’s self-defence forces if the conflict poses threat to Japan

The Guardian - AU

Tokyo and Beijing exchange barbs after PM Takaichi calls invasion of Taiwan 'existential threat'

China regards Taiwan as part of its territory and has not ruled out the use of force to bring the self-governing island under its control.

Euronews

Japan and China exchange barbs after PM Takaichi's remarks over Taiwan

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s recent comments on a hypothetical Chinese attack on Taiwan that could constitute “a survival-threatening situation” for Japan requiring her country’s use of force have triggered war of words between Tokyo and Beijing

The Independent UK

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US And Japan To Jointly Explore Rare Earth Mining In Pacific's Minamitori Island, Says PM Takaichi

In a bid to reduce dependence on China for rare earth minerals, Japan and the United States have agreed to explore the possibility of rare earth mining near Minamitori Island in the Pacific, according to a report.

Benzinga

Ford's Recall Count Climbs To 134 In 2025 — CEO Jim Farley Sees It As Biggest 'Near-Term Opportunity'

If there's one headwind that has plagued Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:F) this year, amidst the volatile tariff environment and President Donald Trump's policy changes, it has to be the several recalls it has issued this year, which have raised questions about the company's quality control issues.

Benzinga

Xi Jinping’s moment and whirlwind diplomatic tours: key takeaways from the Apec summit in South Korea

With Trump electing to fly back to Washington on the eve of the main summit, what did Apec’s remaining leaders achieve in his absence?

The Guardian - AU

Era of free trade and investment is over, Canada’s PM tells Apec summit

Mark Carney warns Asia-Pacific leaders global economy undergoing profound change, as China’s president mounts defence of free trade

The Guardian - UK

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What – if anything – did Asian countries get out of Donald Trump’s whirlwind tour?

Uncertainty surrounds the signing of this week’s trade deals amid the failure to secure reciprocity from the US to cut tariffs

The Guardian - UK

‘We stick two fingers up at Henry VIII’: can the riotous all-Japanese Six out-Tudor-queen the original?

The Japanese version of the pop-rock phenomenon about the six ill-fated wives caused a sensation in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya. As that production now hits the UK, we go behind the scenes (and thrones)

The Guardian - UK

South Korean and Japanese leaders vow to improve ties in face of global uncertainty

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday pledged to strengthen ties between the neighbors, whose relations have long been strained by their bitter wartime history

The Independent UK

Jimmy Kimmel on government shutdown: ‘There is no Republican plan for healthcare’

Late-night hosts discussed the lack of Republican effort to end the shutdown as Trump paid a state visit to Japan

The Guardian - US

Toyota denies promising to invest $10bn in US after Trump announcement

The US president claimed he had been told the carmaker was going to be setting up factories ‘all over’ the US

The Guardian - US

Hegseth welcomes Japan's arms spending increase, says US-Japan alliance key to deter China

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has welcomed Japan's commitment to accelerate its military buildup and defense spending

The Independent UK

Trump White House Posts 'Japan Is Back' Cap, Here Is What Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Responds

The White House on Tuesday posted to X a photo of two black caps embroidered with "JAPAN IS BACK," signed by President Donald Trump and Japan's newly elected prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, a bit of social-media stagecraft and diplomacy that drew a warm reply from Tokyo.

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The Guardian - UK

South Korea awards Trump gold crown amid deal to unlock $350bn trade talks

Seoul says it has reached broad agreement on investment and shipbuilding as attention shifts to US-China meeting

Tom’s Hardware

US and Japan move to loosen China’s rare earths grip — nations partner to build alternative pathways to power, resource independence

Announced on October 28 in Tokyo, the agreement commits both governments to securing mineral flows and accelerating the deployment of advanced nuclear power.

The Mary Sue

Donald Trump appears to be sleepwalking ‘like a drunk Frankenstein’s monster’ during the Ceremonial Inspection of Guards with the Japanese PM

At Japan’s ceremonial inspection of guards, Donald Trump seemed to forget he was part of the ceremony altogether. The Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, stopped at the flags as planned. Trump, meanwhile, kept marching like a lost extra in his own diplomatic parade.

International Business Times UK

Sanae Takaichi goes through her first obstacle as Japan's 1st female PM: Meeting Trump

Known for her controversial views on social issues such as an eye for patriarchy, Japan's first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, faces her first obstacle — meeting the USA's President Trump.

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F-35 Missiles: Donald Trump Warns of 'Winning' Wars as Japan Gets New US Arms

US President Donald Trump visited the USS George Washington in Japan. During his speech, he confirmed the arrival of the first batch of F-35 missiles.

The Independent UK

Trump wanders off during walk with Japanese Prime Minister

Donald Trump appeared to wander off while being given a tour by new Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Air strikes, ICE crackdown and shutdown continue with Trump in Asia

U.S. President Donald Trump has met with Japan’s newly elected, ultraconservative leader in Tokyo during one of the busiest days of his Asia trip

The Conversation

Japan’s new leader revives Abe’s economic vision – with a twist

Sanae Takaichi, a hardline conservative with nationalist views, was elected as Japan’s first ever female prime minister on October 21. Known as a protege of the assassinated former Japanese prime minister, Shinzo Abe, she is assertive on defence, hawkish on China and is keen to bolster Japan’s regional role.

The Independent UK

Trump who has long promoted America First tells US troops to buy Japanese-made Toyota cars

Trump told U.S. soldiers to buy the Japanese cars following news that Toyota is set to invest $10 billion to build manufacturing plants in America

The Independent UK

Trump hails Japan’s ‘great’ new female PM Sanae Takaichi as he seals tariffs and rare earths deal

Tokyo and Washington celebrate ‘new golden age’ of friendship

Benzinga

Trump Says 'Go Out And Buy A Toyota' As Automaker Pledges $10 Billion US Investment

In Tuesday’s address to U.S. troops in Japan, President Donald Trump expressed gratitude for Japan’s substantial investments in the United States and announced a significant development in the automotive industry.

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