#Japan

China and South Korea are reviving stalled FTA talks to expand into the services sector. Discover the geopolitical and economic implications of this strategic shift away from manufacturing.

Japan's government has officially greenlit a new energy strategy to restart up to 17 nuclear reactors by 2030 and develop next-generation technology, marking a decisive shift away from its post-Fukushima caution amid energy security concerns.

Japan's figure skating star Kaori Sakamoto has won her 5th consecutive national title, securing her spot for the Olympics. We analyze her dominant performance and what it means.

Japan's JAXA saw a successful engine test for its RV-X reusable rocket on Dec 20, but its flagship H3 rocket faced two launch scrubs on Dec 17 and 20, highlighting ongoing operational challenges.

Japan is offering a $1.3 billion subsidy program, covering up to 50% of investment costs for new factories and data centers that run on 100% renewable or nuclear power.

An influential Japanese lawmaker is calling for a debate on the nation's non-nuclear principles, signaling a seismic shift in Asia's geopolitical landscape.

Japanese high school sports face a reckoning as female athletes voice uniform concerns, highlighting a cultural clash. PRISM analyzes the impact on talent, brand, and tech opportunities.

Japan is making a calculated move into Central Asia to counter Chinese and Russian influence. This isn't just diplomacy; it's a new strategy for resource security.

Japan pledges $19B to Central Asia, aiming to secure critical minerals and counter China/Russia. A new 'Great Game' for tech supply chains is on.

Japan's hunt for critical minerals in Central Asia signals a new phase in the tech supply chain war. Resource nationalism is reshaping investment and geopolitics.

Despite Sino-Japanese tensions, Sushiro's Shanghai debut is a smash hit. Our analysis reveals why consumer culture is overriding politics in China's market.

The trial of Shinzo Abe's killer is more than a legal case; it's a verdict on Japan's political establishment and a warning about global political risk.