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Drone & Defense Industrial Shift: Japan is pushing to scale domestic drone production as startups pivot from civilian work to defense, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aiming to cut reliance on Chinese suppliers. Currency & Logistics Costs: After US-Japan yen support lifted the currency from a 40-year low, analysts warn importers shouldn’t expect big short-term price relief because freight and Middle East-driven energy costs are the real landed-cost drivers. Energy Security Under Heat & Hormuz Risk: LNG prices in East Asia edged higher as extreme heat and Strait of Hormuz disruption risks keep demand supported; Japan’s nuclear restart delays could increase gas-fired generation needs. AI Adoption in Industry: Hitachi’s CIO says the group is not rolling out one enterprise-wide AI tool, instead using job-specific AI and productivity assistants to avoid failed pilots and manage rising costs. Pharma & Manufacturing Growth: BeOne Medicines reported 29% Q2 revenue growth led by Brukinsa, highlighting continued manufacturing efficiency gains. Agriculture IP Clampdown: Japan’s Plant Variety Protection and Seed Act is being revised amid concerns about illicit overseas cultivation of Japanese-developed varieties. Auto Market Signals: Mazda’s US SUV mix is uneven—redesigned CX-5 struggles while a hybrid model benefits from higher gasoline prices. Supply Chain Resilience: Japan’s earthquake disruptions are forcing auto and chip makers to rethink production continuity and supplier risk.

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