Tokyo (CNN) — Two passengers on separate flights were forced to disembark from flights in Japan this month after refusing to wear masks while on board. One incident occurred Saturday and involved a ... ( read original story ...)
A Spoonful of Suga Could Sweeten Japan’s Post-Abe Economy
As Yoshihide Suga replaces Shinzo Abe as Japanese Prime Minister, radical departures from Mr. Abe’s broad economic program are unlikely. But Mr. Suga could still leave a lasting impact if he declines ... ( read original story ...)
Bitcoin is still a clear favourite among India’s crypto investors
"Bitcoin is the flag bearer of cryptocurrencies. Also, it's more liquid and the less volatile compared to other currencies. Hence, most people come to the exchange to buy bitcoins," ... ( read original story ...)
Former Japan GPIF investment chief intervened in Toshiba AGM
Effort to influence Harvard fund’s vote part of campaign to shield chief executive from activist shareholders The Harvard endowment fund abstained from a vote on the reappointment of Nobuaki ... ( read original story ...)
After Sweeping Party Poll, Japan’s Suga Faces Tricky Call on Snap Election
Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga poses for a picture following his press conference at LDP (Liberal Democratic Party) headquarters, in Tokyo, Japan September 14, 2020. Nicolas ... ( read original story ...)
Investors should avoid Japan for other Asian markets: Credit Suisse
Dan Fineman of Credit Suisse discusses why he prefers investing in Korea and other Asian markets to Japan right now . ( read original story ...)
Japan’s Next Prime Minister Emerges From Behind the Curtain
Yoshihide Suga’s years as a shadow power in Japanese politics left him a bit of a cipher. Now he is emerging to take control of the world’s third-largest economy at a time of deep uncertainty. ( read original story ...)
Homage announces strategic partnership with Infocom, one of Japan’s largest healthcare IT providers
Homage, a Singapore-based caregiving and telehealth company, has taken a major step in its global expansion plan. The startup announced today that it has received strategic investment from Infocom, th ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Disneyland operator to cut winter bonus by 70% due to pandemic
The company also plans to offer early retirement and transfers to some workers whose duties have been reduced. ( read original story ...)
ATG to set up third tyre plant in Vizag
The Yokohama Group is engaged in manufacture and sale of tyres such as those used on agricultural and other equipment among others. ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Steel to raise product prices in October by 2.2%-3.4%
Tokyo Steel Manufacturing Co , Japan's top electric-arc furnace steelmaker, said on Tuesday it would raise its steel product prices by 2.2%-3.4% in October to reflect demand recovery at home and ... ( read original story ...)
Former Nissan executive Kelly’s trial begins in Tokyo without Ghosn
Former Nissan Motor Co Ltd executive Greg Kelly denied charges he helped ex-boss, Carlos Ghosn, hide income as the American lawyer's trial opened in Tokyo on Tuesday almost two years after Japanese ... ( read original story ...)
Tokyo Games to decide COVID-19 ‘counter-measures’ by end of year: IOC’s Coates
Organisers are ploughing ahead with the postponed Tokyo Olympics and will decide by the end of the year what "counter-measures" are required to hold them safely in the time of COVID-19, IOC Vice ... ( read original story ...)
Former Nissan Executive Greg Kelly Pleads Not Guilty at Tokyo Trial
The former Nissan executive pleads not guilty at his trial in Tokyo. He has been charged with helping Carlos Ghosn hide compensation. ( read original story ...)
Japan after Abe: Suga aims to consolidate power
The reform-minded enforcer of the ruling party is seen by some as only keeping the seat warm for the next prime minister ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s new leadership agenda could make jobs a bigger BOJ priority
However, Suga’s emphasis on protecting employment could prod the BOJ to pay more attention to the job market in conducting monetary policy - even though employment is not a part of the BOJ’s official ... ( read original story ...)