TOKYO -- Japan approved only 20 out of a record 19,628 applicants for refugee status last year as authorities reject appeals they suspect come from job-seekers. Last year saw an increase of 8,727 people applying for refugee status from 2016 levels ... ( read original story ...)
Vote of confidence? This Japanese bank just signed for a huge new office in the City
A Japanese banking giant has given a vote of confidence to the capital by signing for a vast new office space at the redeveloped Broadgate scheme on Liverpool Street. The European arm of Sumitomo Mitsui will take 161,000 sq ft at 100 Liverpool Street, part ... ( read original story ...)
Asian shares lifted by Wall Street rally, Nikkei falls back
SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of — Asian shares tracked an overnight rally on Wall Street, though Japan's Nikkei 225 index ceded early gains as the yen rose against the U.S. dollar. WHERE THINGS STAND: Investors remain wary of turbulence. It took just nine days ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese bank Sumitomo ignores Brexit to sign a 20-year lease on a new London office
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe signs a 20-year lease for 160,000 square foot of space in central London. British Land: "A strong endorsement of London as a global city." LONDON — Japanese bank Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe has ... ( read original story ...)
Japan provides US $700 million to African Development Fund
acknowledged the landmark event and expressed the Bank’s gratitude and appreciation to the Government of Japan. Signing the Notes of Exchange, Adesina said, “Thanks to Japan and its Government for keeping a promise. One often hears about many ... ( read original story ...)
Japanese bank Sumitomo new signs 20-year lease on London office – despite Brexit
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe signs a 20-year lease for 160,000 square foot of space in central London. British Land: "A strong endorsement of London as a global city." LONDON — Japanese bank Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe has ... ( read original story ...)
Aso becomes Japan’s longest-serving finance minister since the war
Taro Aso on Monday became Japan’s longest-serving finance minister since the war, marking 1,875 days in office, a day more than Kiichi Miyazawa, the previous record-holder. Asked to comment Friday, Aso merely said that serving for a long time was not a goal. ( read original story ...)
‘More of the Same’ Isn’t an Option for the Bank of Japan
The reports that Haruhiko Kuroda will be reappointed as Bank of Japan governor say as much about the path Japan is on -- and its dangers -- as they do about the man. A Japanese long weekend began with reports from Nikkei and Kyodo News that Prime Minister ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Finance Minister Says Next BOJ Head Needs English, Communication Skills
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Finance Minister Taro Aso said the next central bank governor would need English skills to deal with global financial issues, an endorsement of media reports incumbent Haruhiko Kuroda will be reappointed for a rare second term. ( read original story ...)
Japan eyes tighter leverage cap on forex trading
TOKYO -- Japan's Financial Services Agency is considering lowering the maximum leverage allowed on foreign exchange trading by individuals as soon as this spring to curb risk taking. The agency is studying a proposal to bring the leverage cap from 25 to 1 ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines’ Boeing 787-10 to Serve Osaka on First Flight
Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that Osaka will be the first scheduled destination for ... which are due for delivery from the 2021-2022 financial year. “We are honored to be the first to fly the highly advanced Boeing 787-10. It will be a key element ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Tourism Corporation IPO approved for KOSDAQ
JAPAN/KOREA. Duty free retailer Japan Tourism Corporation (JTC) has received approval from the Korea Stock Exchange (KRX) to be listed on its KOSDAQ market, a trading platform for small-cap companies. The Beppu, Japan-headquartered company plans to use the ... ( read original story ...)
Bangkok ranks top destination for Japanese traveling for Chinese New Year
Japan has taken three of the top spots as Kyoto makes an entry for the first time and Osaka moves up from 9 th place in 2016 to 3 rd top destination for CNY 2018. City escapes have dominated the rankings with only one beach destination--Phuket, Thailand ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo ranks top destination for Chinese New Year travel in 2018
agoda reveals the most popular Lunar New Year destinations for Asian travelers SINGAPORE, Feb. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tokyo has overtaken Bangkok as the number one Chinese New Year (CNY) destination for Asian travelers in 2018, a title held by Bangkok ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines’ first Boeing 787-10 to serve Osaka
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced Osaka will be the first scheduled destination for ... which are due for delivery from the 2021/22 financial year. ← QANTAS Airways to start Melbourne – Denpasar (Bali) service ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines to add new 787 to Osaka route
Singapore Airlines has announced that Osaka, Japan will be the first scheduled destination ... Singapore Airlines also has 20 777-9s on order, which are due for delivery from the 2021/22 financial year. Tan Kai Ping, senior vice president of market ... ( read original story ...)