Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida left for Washington on Monday, becoming the first Japanese leader to make a state visit to the United States (US) in nine years, highlighting the growing importance of the two nations' cooperation.

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida makes landmark US visit, first for Japan in nine years

The downward trajectory of real wages in Japan has persisted in February, marking the 23rd consecutive month of decline, according to recent data released on Monday.

Japan's real wages decline for 23rd consecutive month in February

China’s military conducted a naval and air patrol in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday – the same day the Philippines, US, Japan and Australia held joint drills in the area. Watch to know more.

Australia, Philippines, US and Japan hold joint military drills in disputed South China Sea

Navy ships from four countries - Japan, US, Australia & Philippines - participate in maritime drill

The US Japan Australia and Philippines held a maritime exercise in the South China Sea. The drills aimed at supporting a free and open Indo Pacific against the backdrop of China's growing assertiveness in the region. In response to the drills China also conducted air and sea Patrols in the disputed Waters. Watch in for more details!

China holds combat patrol amid US-led war games in South China Sea

Japan, Australia, Philippines and US hold joint military drills in South China Sea

Exercise in South China Sea: Japan, US, Australia & the Philippines hold maritime drill

China’s military conducted joint air and sea “combat patrols” in the disputed South China Sea, on Sunday (Apr 7) as the United States held its first joint military drills with the Philippines, Japan and Australia.

Beijing patrols South China Sea amid first US-led war games with Australia, Japan, and Philippines

Japan, US, Australia and Philippines hold drills in South China Sea

Prior to joint military drills with its partners, the Philippines has claimed that two Chinese coastguard ships "harassed" Filipino fishing vessels within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the disputed South China Sea. Watch to know more.

Philippines accuses ‘harassment’ by Chinese vessels ahead of Japan, US drills

Rescuers are looking for 18 people still missing after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the islands mountainous and scenic east coast a day after Taiwan was rocked by its most intense earthquake in 25 years.

Taiwan lashes out at China for thanking nations on its behalf

Indians travelling to Japan can now obtain e-visas instead of actual passport stickers as Japan has started issuing eVisas for Indian tourists from April 1. The Japan Visa Application Center of VFS Global is now open to Indian citizens who wish to travel to Japan.

Japan rolls out e-visas for Indian tourists. All you need to know

At least about nine people have been killed and over 700 others have been injured after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolted Taiwan's Capital Taipei. An estimated 50 people at this moment are still said to be missing. Watch in for more details!

Taiwan Earthquake: Rescue efforts continue

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Nine people have died and at least 50 others are missing following a 7.2 magnitude quake in Taiwan. The tremors were felt a little before 8 AM. Tsunami alerts were issued in the Philippines and Japan. Taiwan is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Is the island prepared for mega quakes?

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At least about nine people have been killed and over 700 others have been injured after a powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake jolted Taiwan's Capital Taipei. An estimated 50 people at this moment are still said to be missing.

Taiwan Earthquake: Japan and Philippines lift Tsunami warnings

Taiwan Earthquake: A powerful earthquake of 7.2 magnitude earthquake jolted the Islands capital of Tapei. The earthquake has prompted tsunami warnings in the self-ruled island parts of Southern Japan and Philippines.

Taiwan Earthquak hits at depth of 15.5 kilometers, strongest quake to hit in 25 years

Taiwan Earthquake: Major earthquake collapses buildings in Taiwan, shocks felt in China

Taiwan Earthquake: Epicentre of quake in waters off Eastern coastline of Taiwan

People in Japan could all have the same surname in about 500 years, a study has suggested. Hiroshi Yoshida, a professor of economy at Tohoku University, led the study as part of a campaign to update the civil code that has been in place since the 1800s.

Entire population of Japan to have same surname by 2531, study suggests

Taiwan Earthquake: 7.4 magnitude quake joltsTaiwan

A powerful earthquake of 7.5 magnitude hit Taiwan around 9:00 am Japanese local time (0000 GMT) on Wednesday (April 3) which led to tsunami warnings for southern Japanese islands, said Japan Meteorological Agency.

Earthquake in Taiwan: Powerful quake of 7.5 magnitude rocks Taiwan, seven killed

Tokyo residents rush to view cherry blossoms ahead of rainy weather. Tokyo and Osaka are set to be among the first locations to witness the colourful spectacle in March, excitement is building for an unforgettable experience amidst nature’s splendour.

Japan: Cherry blossoms bloom in Tokyo

US President Joe Biden will meet Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippines President Fernando Marcos Jr in Washington on April 11th. This will be the first US-Japan-Philippines trilateral Summit and is seen as US's Outreach to counter China's influence.

US to host trilateral summit with Japan, Philippines on April 11

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