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Japanese Faculty, Mongolian Students Worked Hard to Open Kosen Colleges of Technology in Mongolia
The Japan News
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July 8, 2025
Courtesy of Society for Establishment of Mongolia Kosen Students learn computer programming from teachers dispatched from Japan in Ulaanbaatar in September 2014. By Kaori Sakaba / Japan News Staff Writer 1:00 JST, July 9, 2025 A Japanese former...
Nissan has halted production of three models for Canada at two US plants, Nikkei reports
Channel News Asia
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July 9, 2025
TOKYO :Nissan Motor has suspended production of three vehicle models for Canada at its Tennessee and Mississippi plants amid mutual tariffs imposed by the U.S. and Canada on auto exports, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday. The production halt,...
Nissan is already cutting production of the new LEAF EV and it hasn’t even launched yet
Electrek
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July 8, 2025
Nissan is already scaling back production plans for the new LEAF, which is set to launch later this year. As it scrambles to turn things around, this could further complicate Nissan’s recovery plan. Nissan scales back new LEAF EV production plans...
Trump unveils 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea amid broader trade policy shift
Natural News
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August 7, 2025
Trump unveils 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea amid broader trade policy shift Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, with varying rates (up to 40%) on 12 additional countries, effective August 1. These tariffs aim to tackle...
Japan, South Korea Seek Talks With US To Ease Trump’s August Tariff Hike
StratNews Global
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July 8, 2025
Home Indo-Pacific Japan Japan, South Korea Seek Talks With US To Ease Trump’s August Tariff... Trump ramped up his trade war again on Monday, telling 14 nations that they would face tariffs ranging from 25% for countries, including Japan and South...
Cook not concerned by Japan on-selling surplus Australian gas
The Sydney Morning Herald
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July 9, 2025
WA Premier Roger Cook has shrugged off criticism of Japan’s on-selling of surplus Australian gas to other Asian customers, saying it is just part of their business model. Cook has just returned from a mission to Japan where the country emphasised...
Trump risks breaking Japan alliance over tariffs
Unherd
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July 8, 2025
Donald Trump’s protectionism has confused and worried world leaders for some months now. In response to the news that Japan could face 25% US tariffs on car exports if no deal is struck by 1 August, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said: “President...
Japan's Emperor Naruhito visits Mongolia amid growing democratic ties
United Press International (UPI)
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1 of 3 | Japanese Emperor Naruhito met with Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh during his first official state visit to Mongolia Tuesday. The flags of Mongolia and Japan were draped on the Government Palace in downtown Ulaanbaatar. Photo by...
Shipbuilding, Manufacturing Companies Grow In Pennsylvania
Business Facilities
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July 8, 2025
In Pennsylvania, Rhoads Industries will invest nearly $100 million to grow its manufacturing operations at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The project will create at least 450 new jobs and retain 541 existing full-time positions. The company will...
Japan chamber to submit EPA proposal to govt
Daily Star
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July 8, 2025
The Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JBCCI) will submit its proposal to the government regarding the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with Japan, based on feedback received from its members. The EPA/FTA Standing Committee of...
Trump’s Renewed Tariffs Announcement to Impact Local Consumers
KEYT - California
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July 8, 2025
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— “August 1st, they pay and everybody pays. Everybody has to pay,” said President Donald Trump regarding the new tariff rates he implemented for 14 countries as of Monday. Japan and South Korea will face a 25% tariff starting...
European shares rise on energy, healthcare boost
Business Recorder
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July 9, 2025
FRANKFURT: European shares ended higher on Tuesday, boosted by healthcare and energy shares while investors assessed the latest phase of US President Donald Trump’s tariff rollouts, which included a new deadline for trade deals. The pan-European...
AWS Launches Space Accelerator to Support 40 Startups Across India, Japan, and Australia
Analytics India Magazine
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July 8, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS Space Accelerator: APJ 2025, a 10-week programme for space-tech startups in India, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The initiative aims to support up to 40 startups working in space infrastructure,...
A new co-working space in Japantown
The New Fillmore - California
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July 8, 2025
At Koho, “We’re helping younger generations shape what it means to be Japanese American today.” STREET TALK | CYNTHIA TRAINA In a neighborhood shy of co-working spaces, Koho is a welcome arrival. This nonprofit space for creatives, open from...
.@HoshinoResorts introduces solo traveller #wellness programmes at three of its luxury properties in #Japan #spa #nutrition
Leisure Opportunities
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July 9, 2025
The solo traveller programmes will take place at the urban onsen hotel Hoshinoya Tokyo; the remote retreat Hoshinoya Taketomi Island and another island location Hoshinoya Okinawa Activities include rooftop Kenjutsu sessions (a swordsmanship...
PHL manufacturing output growth hits 10-month high in May
Business World
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July 8, 2025
MANUFACTURING OUTPUT increased for a second straight month in May at its fastest pace in 10 months, driven by food products, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Tuesday. However, analysts said lingering uncertainty over US...
NTT Technocross Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Japan Company Of The Year Recognition For Leadership In Privileged Access Management
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. NTT TechnoCross excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align...
Europe: Shares rise on energy, healthcare boost; tariff uncertainty lingers
The Business Times Singapore
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July 8, 2025
EUROPEAN shares ended higher on Tuesday, boosted by healthcare and energy shares while investors assessed the latest phase of US President Donald Trump’s tariff rollouts, which included a new deadline for trade deals. The pan-European Stoxx 600...
Japan's Surging 30-Year Yield Is Flashing Warning Sign for Risk Assets: Macro Markets
CoinDesk
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The yield on the superlong Japanese debt has surged significantly since Friday, warning of volatility in bond markets across advanced nations. This situation typically leads to financial tightening and zaps investors' risk appetite. The yield on...
Nissan halts production of three models for Canada at two US plants, Nikkei reports
Channel News Asia
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July 9, 2025
TOKYO :Nissan Motor is suspending production of three vehicle models for Canada at its Tennessee and Mississippi plants amid mutual auto tariffs between the U.S. and Canada, the Nikkei reported on Wednesday. The production halt, which began in...