World AFP Japan main opposition eyes unified PM candidate to block Takaichi

Japan's biggest opposition party will seek to support a unified candidate with other groups in a bid to block Sanae Takaichi's election as prime minister, media reported after the ruling coalition collapsed. Junior partner Komeito quit its 26-year...

FEATURE: Japanese firm develops alcohol-free eel sauce to reach Muslim markets

SAITAMA, Japan - For centuries, the rich aroma of grilled eel has been woven into Japan's culinary landscape -- its glossy, sweet-savory sauce a hallmark of tradition. Considered a summer delicacy, Japan even celebrates "Unagi day," when people...

Haryana eyes Japanese tie-up to propel automotive, tech sectors

Fukuoka is known for its strong base of automobile companies and its expertise in robotics and engineering.The Haryana govt is seeking to collaborate with Fukuoka province of Japan to strengthen cooperation in automotive manufacturing, robotics,...

United States-China Trade Tensions Escalate as Donald Trump Announces 100% Tariffs and Software Export Restrictions

In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions between the United States and China, President Donald Trump announced on Friday a bold set of retaliatory measures in response to Beijing’s recent restrictions on rare earth mineral exports. The...

Dissolution of LDP-Komeito Coalition: It’s Time to Exercise Wisdom for Japan’s Political Stability / First, Hasten to Launch a New Cabinet

Editorial 15:16 JST, October 11, 2025 The free trade system has been on the brink of collapse and there is no end to wars. When the international situation is chaotic and domestic political stability is needed most, dissolving the crucial...

S. Korea launches Dokdo defense drill amid tension with Japan

The South Korean armed forces launched a two-day military exercise to defend the easternmost islets of Dokdo on Sunday amid growing tensions over trade and their shared history, in a show of its staunch defense stance against Japan's repeated...

SUNHOUSE Wins Asia Corporate Excellence Award 2025, Reinforcing Its Position as the Region's Leading OEM Destination

HANOI, Vietnam, Oct. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On October 9, 2025, SUNHOUSE Group was honored with the Corporate Excellence Award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2025, becoming the only home appliance brand to be recognized among the...

Zoom Across Mumbai: Japan-Backed Metro Line 3 Now Open, Commute Time Slashed

The Mumbai Metro Line 3 (Colaba-Bandra-SEEPZ corridor) became fully operational on October 8, marking a major milestone in the city's transport network. The 33.5 km underground corridor, supported by Japanese funding through the Japan...

Ringgit likely to trade steadily vs greenback as Budget 2026 boosts fiscal outlook

KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit is anticipated to trade within a stable range against the US dollar next week, as external greenback strength is moderated by Malaysia’s improving fiscal outlook following Friday’s Budget 2026 announcement. IPPFA Sdn Bhd...

US economist worried over Takaichi's fiscal policy

The economist predicted that if Takaichi, who was elected LDP president earlier this month, takes office as prime minister, she will draw up a fiscally expansionary supplementary budget for fiscal 2025 by the end of the year and prevent the Bank...

India Explores Meaningful Partnerships At G20 Trade And Investment Ministers’ Meeting

New Delhi: India discussed deepening trade and technology partnerships, along with collaboration in manufacturing, digital and clean technologies with several nations during bilateral meetings at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministers’ Meeting...

US-China Trade Tensions Flare As President Trump Warns Of New 100% Tariffs On Chinese Imports Starting November 1 Or Sooner

Washington: President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to place an additional 100 per cent tax on Chinese imports starting on November 1 or sooner, potentially escalating tariff rates close to levels that in April fanned fears of a global...

From empty lot to innovation hub: New $23M center brings ideas and opportunity to Kenosha entrepreneurs

KENOSHA — Once home to a massive Chrysler plant, a stretch of land in Kenosha is being reimagined for the future. The new Kenosha Innovation Center officially opened. A $23.5 million, 64,000-square-foot facility designed to be the heart of the...

Japan's next PM faces task of finding buyers for $520bn in JGBs

Bonds Japanese banks lack capacity to pick up slack as BOJ winds down purchases The Bank of Japan has moved to taper its Japanese government bond holdings, which has contributed to the rising yields of long-dated JGBs. (Photo by Akira Kodaka) RYO...

If the debasement trade would catapult Bitcoin, why is the market down?

Bitcoin traded at $117,729.81 as of press time, struggling to extend gains from its $126,000 all-time high as short-term positioning dynamics and risk-off flows dominated the medium-term debasement thesis. The debasement trade thesis gained...

Azzet Unpacked: Tech full circles this week in business

All the top moves, shakes, and red-hot takes from Azzet's editorial team are right here in your weekly business wrap every Friday (10 October, 2025). AMD's circular economy moment As Washington lurched into its second week of paralysis, Wall...

A global trailblazer for the World Economic Forum

THE name and face of Frank Buchman are not widely known. About 25 years ago, while on holiday in Switzerland, I came across a grand building on a hilltop at Caux, overlooking Lac Leman (Lake Geneva). It was a conference centre, with a museum open...

MLB Trade Rumors: Philadelphia Phillies Predicted to Land $200 Million Tokyo Yakult Swallows Slugger as Potential Kyle Schwarber Replacement

Kyle Schwarber Smiling (Image via Imagn) The Philadelphia Phillies are entering a crucial offseason following their heartbreaking National League Division Series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. After years of deep postseason runs ending in...

Toyota Wants To Take Companion Drones Out Of Concept Cars And Onto The Trails

Many modern vehicles have countless cameras all around them, able to stitch several angles together to simulate a top-down view from the outside. Toyota wants to take the idea one step further, using a drone to provide actual external views as you...

Japanese discount retailer Daiso opens its Salinas store Saturday

Daiso, the cult-favorite Japanese discount store, will open its doors at Harden Ranch Plaza at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, marking the retailer’s first location on the Central Coast. The store will host a grand-opening celebration this weekend...