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South Korea to Issue Response Soon on Japan’s Fukushima Discharge PlanSouth Korea to Issue Response Soon on Japan’s Fukushima Discharge Plan

South Korea to Issue Response Soon on Japan’s Fukushima Discharge Plan

The forthcoming response from South Korea to Japan's plan to discharge treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear plant, as reported…

July 5, 2023
China’s Poverty Alleviation Campaign: A Model of SuccessChina’s Poverty Alleviation Campaign: A Model of Success

China’s Poverty Alleviation Campaign: A Model of Success

China's relentless pursuit of technological advancements, as highlighted in a recent article by the Global Times, underscores the country's commitment…

July 4, 2023
South Korea’s Factory Activity Faces Longest Downturn in at Least 19 YearsSouth Korea’s Factory Activity Faces Longest Downturn in at Least 19 Years

South Korea’s Factory Activity Faces Longest Downturn in at Least 19 Years

According to a Reuters article, South Korea's factory activity has experienced its longest downturn in at least 19 years. The…

July 3, 2023
Job Leaving Agents in Japan Aid Workers in Escaping the Awkwardness of QuittingJob Leaving Agents in Japan Aid Workers in Escaping the Awkwardness of Quitting

Job Leaving Agents in Japan Aid Workers in Escaping the Awkwardness of Quitting

In Japan's workaholic culture, where long hours and unwavering commitment to one's job are deeply ingrained, quitting a job can…

July 1, 2023
Japan Embraces Human Waste as Fertilizer Amid Soaring PricesJapan Embraces Human Waste as Fertilizer Amid Soaring Prices

Japan Embraces Human Waste as Fertilizer Amid Soaring Prices

As prices continue to soar, Japan is turning back to the use of human waste as fertilizer, highlighting the country's…

June 30, 2023
Weak Yen Worries: Japan’s FX Czar Vows Appropriate ActionWeak Yen Worries: Japan’s FX Czar Vows Appropriate Action

Weak Yen Worries: Japan’s FX Czar Vows Appropriate Action

The foreign exchange (FX) czar of Japan has stated that the country will take necessary measures if the yen's weakness…

June 29, 2023
Japan Urged to Address Gender Equality Crisis at G7 SummitJapan Urged to Address Gender Equality Crisis at G7 Summit

Japan Urged to Address Gender Equality Crisis at G7 Summit

Japan reaffirmed its commitment to advancing gender equality and women's empowerment during the last G7 summit. The country emphasized its…

June 27, 2023
Japan Deepens Engagement with NATO, Expanding Security CooperationJapan Deepens Engagement with NATO, Expanding Security Cooperation

Japan Deepens Engagement with NATO, Expanding Security Cooperation

Japan and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) have recently increased their cooperation to address mutual security challenges, indicating a…

June 26, 2023
Japan Reacts to Detention of Hong Kong Student, Raises Human Rights ConcernsJapan Reacts to Detention of Hong Kong Student, Raises Human Rights Concerns

Japan Reacts to Detention of Hong Kong Student, Raises Human Rights Concerns

The recent experience of a Hong Kong student studying in Japan has generated intelligent debate and reflection throughout the Asia-Pacific…

June 24, 2023
BTS’s Success Fuels Korea Inc.’s Expansion Drive in the United StatesBTS’s Success Fuels Korea Inc.’s Expansion Drive in the United States

BTS’s Success Fuels Korea Inc.’s Expansion Drive in the United States

The global phenomenon of K-Pop, spearheaded by the unprecedented success of South Korean group BTS, has had a profound impact…

June 23, 2023