US President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yun Suk Yeol this Friday in Camp David. Now reports say that the leaders will launch a series of joint initiatives on defence and technology.

US-Japan-South Korea Trilateral Summit: Nations to launch series of steps on defence, tech

US President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yun Suk Yeol in Camp David. Now reports say that the leaders will launch a series of joint initiatives on defence and technology.

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People in Japan have decided to to adopt a cool summer trend this year. amid rising temperatures and scorching summer heat sales of artificial flowers frozen in ice-blocks are flourishing.

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Leaders of the United States, Japan and South Korea are set to meet in America’s Camp David amid concerns over China and North Korea’s missile program.

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<p>Nearly 900 flights in Japan were cancelled and 240,000 people were ordered to move to safety as a slow-moving typhoon made landfall early on Tuesday, cutting off power to tens of thousands of homes.</p>

<p>Typhoon Lan, approaching from the Pacific Ocean, made landfall at the southern tip of Wakayama prefecture, some 400 km (250 miles) southwest of Tokyo, lashing much of central and western Japan with heavy rain and powerful winds.</p>

<p>Authorities issued flood and landslide warnings, and some tornadoes formed.</p>

<p>Authorities said they had set up evacuation centres in safe buildings and high ground for residents across 11 prefectures whom the Fire and Disaster Management Agency told to seek shelter.</p>

<p>As well as the disruption to flights, the dangerous rain and wind forced the closure of some roads and the suspension of dozens of train services.</p>

<p>The storm comes days after Typhoon Khanun hit Japan during its peak Obon holiday season, when many factories close and city-dwellers return to their home towns and villages.</p>

<p>Over the next 24 hours, the central Tokai region - home of Toyota Motor - was expected to get about 350 mm (13.8 inches) of rain, nearly three times the average rainfall for the month of August.</p>

<p>Television footage showed gushing, swollen rivers.</p>

<p>Homes and businesses suffered some water damage in Nara city and media reported several people were knocked down by the wind and hurt.</p>

<p>Power outages hit almost 90,000 households in central and western areas, utilities said. Seven &amp; i said some 210 7-Eleven convenience store outlets were shut for safety reasons.</p>

<p>Typhoon Lan had sustained winds of 150 kph (93 mph) and was moving northwest across the west of the main island of Honshu at around 15 kph (9 mph). It was forecast to reach the Sea of Japan by early Wednesday and move north, according to Japan's weather agency.</p>

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Nearly 900 flights in Japan were cancelled and 240,000 people were ordered to move to safety as a slow-moving typhoon made landfall early on Tuesday, cutting off power to tens of thousands of homes.

Nearly 900 flights in Japan were cancelled and 240,000 people were ordered to move to safety as a slow-moving typhoon made landfall early on Tuesday, cutting off power to tens of thousands of homes. Typhoon Lan, approaching from the Pacific Ocean, made landfall at the southern tip of Wakayama prefecture, some 400 km (250 miles) southwest of Tokyo, lashing much of central and western Japan with heavy rain and powerful winds. Authorities issued flood and landslide warnings, and some tornadoes formed. Authorities said they had set up evacuation centres in safe buildings and high ground for residents across 11 prefectures whom the Fire and Disaster Management Agency told to seek shelter. As well as the disruption to flights, the dangerous rain and wind forced the closure of some roads and the suspension of dozens of train services. The storm comes days after Typhoon Khanun hit Japan during its peak Obon holiday season, when many factories close and city-dwellers return to their home towns and villages. Over the next 24 hours, the central Tokai region - home of Toyota Motor - was expected to get about 350 mm (13.8 inches) of rain, nearly three times the average rainfall for the month of August. Television footage showed gushing, swollen rivers. Homes and businesses suffered some water damage in Nara city and media reported several people were knocked down by the wind and hurt. Power outages hit almost 90,000 households in central and western areas, utilities said. Seven & i said some 210 7-Eleven convenience store outlets were shut for safety reasons. Typhoon Lan had sustained winds of 150 kph (93 mph) and was moving northwest across the west of the main island of Honshu at around 15 kph (9 mph). It was forecast to reach the Sea of Japan by early Wednesday and move north, according to Japan's weather agency. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Japan is battling over A month's worth of rainfall for the past few days Typhoon Lan made landfall on the Key Peninsula in the western region of the country. According to reports, close to 900 flights were cancelled in the country, and domestic Rail and bus transport has also been severely affected.

Typhoon Lan in Japan: 900 flights cancelled, thousands stranded

Among the advanced economies, Japan has continuously ranked at or near the top in terms of the percentage of the population who continue to work beyond retirement age. Some of these individuals actually want to work; but for most, it's a choice between continuing to toil or facing the prospect of not-so-genteel poverty.

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<p>The Japanese man who spent almost $15,000 (two&nbsp;million yen) to look like a border collie using a custom-made hyperrealistic costume has stated that people are 'misinformed' about the idea that he wants to 'live like a dog'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The man identified as Toco said he only wears the costume as a hobby and that too once a week, mostly at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“My desire to be an animal is like a desire to transform…a desire to be something that I am not,” Toco told The New York Post.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When quizzed about the netizens trolling him for his bizarre fetish, Tuco said he was 'sad' about it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I’m just sad that people can think that. I&nbsp;love animals and enjoy play-acting like a collie," said Tuco.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This is my hobby, so I will carry on. It makes me happy and other people happy, too.”</p>

<p>The Japanese said&nbsp;he had not anticipated such a big response for his 'hobby', adding that his family had accepted him with his eccentricity intact.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The family was surprised but received it favourably.&nbsp;I am very happy that they accepted it.”</p>

<p><a href="Watch | ‘Man-turned-dog’ goes on his first walk, makes some canine friends"><strong>Also read | ‘Man-turned-dog’ goes on his first walk, makes some canine friends</strong></a>&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Toco goes viral</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Toco made headlines last month when photos and videos of him wearing the costume, walking on all fours and interacting with other canines went viral across social media platforms. Initially, the public believed that Toco had transformed himself into a dog before it was revealed that he was wearing a costume.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the videos shared on his YouTube channel with the title ‘I want to be an animal’, Toco was seen taking a walk on the streets and sniffing at other dogs present in a park as well as rolling around on the floor. The video has since garnered nearly 20 million views while his channel's subscriber count has shot up to 51,000.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Toco, giving an introduction on his YouTube channel, explained through a series of written notes translated from Japanese, “Nice to meet you. I became a rough (sic) collie because I wanted to be an animal...Please let me know your request for the video you would like to see in the comments!”<br />
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Toco stated that he has been hiding his human identity because he does not want people, who know him, to judge him for his new look.</p>

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<p>According to reports, it took Tuco more than 40 days and multiple revisions to get the costume right. It was made by a company named Zeppet, which specialises in producing costumes for TV commercials and shows.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Modeled after a collie dog, it reproduces the appearance of a real dog walking on four legs," a company spokesperson said.&nbsp;</p>

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The Japanese man who spent almost $15,000 (two million yen) to look like a border collie using a custom-made hyperrealistic costume has stated that people are 'misinformed' about the idea that he wants to 'live like a dog'.

The Japanese man who spent almost $15,000 (two million yen) to look like a border collie using a custom-made hyperrealistic costume has stated that people are 'misinformed' about the idea that he wants to 'live like a dog'. The man identified as Toco said he only wears the costume as a hobby and that too once a week, mostly at home. “My desire to be an animal is like a desire to transform…a desire to be something that I am not,” Toco told The New York Post. When quizzed about the netizens trolling him for his bizarre fetish, Tuco said he was 'sad' about it. “I’m just sad that people can think that. I love animals and enjoy play-acting like a collie," said Tuco. “This is my hobby, so I will carry on. It makes me happy and other people happy, too.” The Japanese said he had not anticipated such a big response for his 'hobby', adding that his family had accepted him with his eccentricity intact. “The family was surprised but received it favourably. I am very happy that they accepted it.” Also read | ‘Man-turned-dog’ goes on his first walk, makes some canine friends Toco goes viral Toco made headlines last month when photos and videos of him wearing the costume, walking on all fours and interacting with other canines went viral across social media platforms. Initially, the public believed that Toco had transformed himself into a dog before it was revealed that he was wearing a costume. In the videos shared on his YouTube channel with the title ‘I want to be an animal’, Toco was seen taking a walk on the streets and sniffing at other dogs present in a park as well as rolling around on the floor. The video has since garnered nearly 20 million views while his channel's subscriber count has shot up to 51,000. Toco, giving an introduction on his YouTube channel, explained through a series of written notes translated from Japanese, “Nice to meet you. I became a rough (sic) collie because I wanted to be an animal...Please let me know your request for the video you would like to see in the comments!” Toco stated that he has been hiding his human identity because he does not want people, who know him, to judge him for his new look. Watch | A Japanese man spends 2 Million Yen to become a dog × According to reports, it took Tuco more than 40 days and multiple revisions to get the costume right. It was made by a company named Zeppet, which specialises in producing costumes for TV commercials and shows. “Modeled after a collie dog, it reproduces the appearance of a real dog walking on four legs," a company spokesperson said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Japan and US are set to join hands this week to develop a hypersonic missile interceptor together in order to counter hypersonic warheads that are being developed by China, Russia and North Korea. Japan's Yomiuri newspaper reported this on Sunday (August 13).</p>

<p>According to the report, the agreement on hypersonic interceptors is expected when US President Joe Biden meets Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in the US on Friday.</p>

<p>Reuters reported that there was no immediate comment from Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | What exactly happened in 1945 in Japan? | Revisit the nuclear age with Oppenheimer</strong></p>

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<p>Hypersonic projectiles can change course, unlike typical ballistic warheads which fly along a predictable trajectory as they fall from space to their targets. The ability of the hypersonic missiles to change course makes them difficult to target.</p>

<p>Biden and Kishida will meet on the sidelines of a trilateral summit with South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol. The summit will take place at presidential retreat at Camp David, as reported by the Yomiuri.</p>

<p>US and Japan agreed to consider joint development of the interceptor missile&nbsp;in January. The decision was taken at a meeting of Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin with their Japanese counterparts, Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Defence Minister Yasukazu Hamada.</p>

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<p>An agreement would be the second such collaboration in missile defence technology.</p>

<p>Washington and Tokyo developed a longer-range missile designed to hit warheads in space, which Japan is deploying on warships in the sea between Japan and the Korean peninsula to guard against North Korean missiles strikes.</p>

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Japan and US are set to join hands this week to develop a hypersonic missile interceptor together in order to counter hypersonic warheads that are being developed by China, Russia and North Korea.

Japan and US are set to join hands this week to develop a hypersonic missile interceptor together in order to counter hypersonic warheads that are being developed by China, Russia and North Korea. Japan's Yomiuri newspaper reported this on Sunday (August 13). According to the report, the agreement on hypersonic interceptors is expected when US President Joe Biden meets Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in the US on Friday. Reuters reported that there was no immediate comment from Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Watch | What exactly happened in 1945 in Japan? | Revisit the nuclear age with Oppenheimer × Hypersonic projectiles can change course, unlike typical ballistic warheads which fly along a predictable trajectory as they fall from space to their targets. The ability of the hypersonic missiles to change course makes them difficult to target. Biden and Kishida will meet on the sidelines of a trilateral summit with South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol. The summit will take place at presidential retreat at Camp David, as reported by the Yomiuri. US and Japan agreed to consider joint development of the interceptor missile in January. The decision was taken at a meeting of Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin with their Japanese counterparts, Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi and Defence Minister Yasukazu Hamada. Also Read | South Korean activists protest against Japan's plan to release treated Fukushima water into ocean An agreement would be the second such collaboration in missile defence technology. Washington and Tokyo developed a longer-range missile designed to hit warheads in space, which Japan is deploying on warships in the sea between Japan and the Korean peninsula to guard against North Korean missiles strikes. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Hollywood blockbuster "Barbie" opened in theaters on Friday in Japan, but not before "Barbenheimer" memes equating the movie about dolls with the atomic bomb generated a commotion and prompted distributor Warner Bros to issue an apology.

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People are anxious about Japan's impending release of treated nuclear Wastewater from the tsunami-damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant. Hundreds of South Koreans in fact staged protests in Seoul to this. Holding placards gathered in the South Korean capital had protestors wearing raincoats and holding up signs that read 'We oppose the disposal of Fukushima's contaminated water' and 'No radioactive material is safe for the sea'.

South Korea: Stir against Fukushima wastewater release plan

<p>Hundreds of thousands of activists in South Korea took to the streets in central Seoul on Saturday to stage a demonstration against Japan's decision to discharge treated radioactive water from the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean.</p>

<p>The march came after Japan's Asahi Shimbun daily, earlier this week, reported that Tokyo is planning to begin discharging the water into the ocean as early as late August, citing unidentified government sources.</p>

<p>"If it is discarded, radioactive substances contained in the contaminated water will eventually destroy the marine ecosystem," said Choi Kyoungsook of Korea Radiation Watch, an activist group that organised the protest.</p>

<p>"We are opposed... because we believe the sea is not just for the Japanese government, but for all of us and for mankind."</p>

<p>Demonstrators held up signboards saying "Keep It Inland" and "Protect the Pacific Ocean!" while singing songs and listening to rally organisers.</p>

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<p>Last month, Japan's nuclear regulator permitted plant operator Tokyo Electric Power to begin releasing the water into the ocean, which as per &nbsp;Japan and the International Atomic Energy Agency is safe, but neighbouring countries have raised concerns that it may contaminate food.</p>

<p>"There is talk that the dumping of contaminated water is on the summit agenda. The governments of South Korea, the U.S., and Japan should view it an environmental disaster, rather than a political issue, and agree to block it... for future generations," Choi Kyoungsook of Korea Radiation Watch said.</p>

<h2><strong>Biden to host Japan, South Korean leaders</strong></h2>

<p>United States President Joe Biden is set to host &nbsp;Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for a trilateral summit at Camp David in Maryland on Aug. 18, the White House said in a statement.</p>

<p>"The three leaders will discuss expanding trilateral cooperation across the Indo-Pacific and beyond – including to address the continued threat posed by (North Korea) and to strengthen ties with ASEAN and the Pacific Islands," White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement.</p>

<p>At Camp David, a storied presidential retreat in the mountains of western Maryland, the three leaders will "advance a shared trilateral vision for addressing global and regional security challenges, promoting a rules-based international order, and bolstering economic prosperity," Jean-Pierre said.</p>

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Hundreds of thousands of activists in South Korea took to the streets in central Seoul on Saturday to stage a demonstration against Japan's decision to discharge treated radioactive water from the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean. The march came after Japan's Asahi Shimbun daily, earlier this week, reported that Tokyo is planning to begin discharging the water into the ocean as early as late August, citing unidentified government sources. "If it is discarded, radioactive substances contained in the contaminated water will eventually destroy the marine ecosystem," said Choi Kyoungsook of Korea Radiation Watch, an activist group that organised the protest. "We are opposed... because we believe the sea is not just for the Japanese government, but for all of us and for mankind." Demonstrators held up signboards saying "Keep It Inland" and "Protect the Pacific Ocean!" while singing songs and listening to rally organisers. Also read: Maui wildfires: Hawaii attorney general opens probe as death toll climbs to 80 Last month, Japan's nuclear regulator permitted plant operator Tokyo Electric Power to begin releasing the water into the ocean, which as per Japan and the International Atomic Energy Agency is safe, but neighbouring countries have raised concerns that it may contaminate food. "There is talk that the dumping of contaminated water is on the summit agenda. The governments of South Korea, the U.S., and Japan should view it an environmental disaster, rather than a political issue, and agree to block it... for future generations," Choi Kyoungsook of Korea Radiation Watch said. Biden to host Japan, South Korean leaders United States President Joe Biden is set to host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol for a trilateral summit at Camp David in Maryland on Aug. 18, the White House said in a statement. "The three leaders will discuss expanding trilateral cooperation across the Indo-Pacific and beyond – including to address the continued threat posed by (North Korea) and to strengthen ties with ASEAN and the Pacific Islands," White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement. At Camp David, a storied presidential retreat in the mountains of western Maryland, the three leaders will "advance a shared trilateral vision for addressing global and regional security challenges, promoting a rules-based international order, and bolstering economic prosperity," Jean-Pierre said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India beat Japan 5-0 in the Asian Championships Trophy Hockey Tournament final at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium on Friday. India will take on Malaysia on Saturday.

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<p>Scientists in Japan are working to realise the dream of every dentist to revolutionise the dental care industry—potential tooth re-growth treatment.</p>

<p>Clinical trials for a potential treatment are set to begin in July 2024, thanks to decades of research in the field. And if those trials turn out to be successful, we can expect therapeutic drugs to hit the market as early as 2030.</p>

<h2><strong>Japanese scientists targeting anodontia patients</strong></h2>

<p>A team at the Medical Research Institute at Kitano Hospital in Japan is going to conduct the trials. Initially, they want to target children with anodontia, a rare genetic condition which prevents the growth of teeth among babies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the next step, the researchers will target adult humans facing similar problems, and then those having regular dental issues like gum disease and growing of teeth in an abnormal way.</p>

<p>"The idea of growing new teeth is every dentist's dream," Katsu Takahashi, head of the dentistry and oral surgery department at Kitano Hospital, told The Mainichi. "I've been working on this since I was a graduate student. I was confident I'd be able to make it happen."</p>

<h2><strong>The science behind the treatment</strong></h2>

<p>Initially, scientists were able to establish a connection between a specific gene named USAG-1 and limitations on tooth growth in mice.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Subsequently, the researchers progressed to experiments aimed at blocking the expression of USAG-1.</p>

<p>They discovered an antibody that could safely block a portion of USAG-1's activity in mice, leading to tooth growth without significant adverse effects.</p>

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<p>Now, the next step involves investigating if these same chemical responses can yield positive results in humans.</p>

<p>Experts believe there could be a chance that this new drug could stimulate the development of a third set of teeth in humans, following baby teeth and mature adult teeth.</p>

<h2><strong>It’s all-natural</strong></h2>

<p>What sets this approach apart, as highlighted by the researchers in a recent scientific assessment, is that tooth growth is triggered naturally through a process referred to as bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signalling.</p>

<p>Our bodies are autonomously carrying out this process, eliminating the need for intricate stem cell manipulation.</p>

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<p>Additionally, the team anticipates that advancements in scanning technology, like mass spectrometry, could facilitate the identification of biomarkers indicating those who would derive the greatest benefit from the treatment.</p>

<p>"Anti-USAG-1 antibody treatment in mice is effective for tooth regeneration and can be a breakthrough in treating tooth anomalies in humans," wrote the researchers in their assessment.</p>

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Scientists in Japan are working to realise the dream of every dentist to revolutionise the dental care industry—potential tooth re-growth treatment. Clinical trials for a potential treatment are set to begin in July 2024, thanks to decades of research in the field.

Scientists in Japan are working to realise the dream of every dentist to revolutionise the dental care industry—potential tooth re-growth treatment. Clinical trials for a potential treatment are set to begin in July 2024, thanks to decades of research in the field. And if those trials turn out to be successful, we can expect therapeutic drugs to hit the market as early as 2030. Japanese scientists targeting anodontia patients A team at the Medical Research Institute at Kitano Hospital in Japan is going to conduct the trials. Initially, they want to target children with anodontia, a rare genetic condition which prevents the growth of teeth among babies. In the next step, the researchers will target adult humans facing similar problems, and then those having regular dental issues like gum disease and growing of teeth in an abnormal way. "The idea of growing new teeth is every dentist's dream," Katsu Takahashi, head of the dentistry and oral surgery department at Kitano Hospital, told The Mainichi. "I've been working on this since I was a graduate student. I was confident I'd be able to make it happen." The science behind the treatment Initially, scientists were able to establish a connection between a specific gene named USAG-1 and limitations on tooth growth in mice. Subsequently, the researchers progressed to experiments aimed at blocking the expression of USAG-1. They discovered an antibody that could safely block a portion of USAG-1's activity in mice, leading to tooth growth without significant adverse effects. Watch: Nuclear Fusion: A carbon-free source of energy × Now, the next step involves investigating if these same chemical responses can yield positive results in humans. Experts believe there could be a chance that this new drug could stimulate the development of a third set of teeth in humans, following baby teeth and mature adult teeth. It’s all-natural What sets this approach apart, as highlighted by the researchers in a recent scientific assessment, is that tooth growth is triggered naturally through a process referred to as bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signalling. Our bodies are autonomously carrying out this process, eliminating the need for intricate stem cell manipulation. Also read: US to rollout repurposed antibiotic to prevent STIs Additionally, the team anticipates that advancements in scanning technology, like mass spectrometry, could facilitate the identification of biomarkers indicating those who would derive the greatest benefit from the treatment. "Anti-USAG-1 antibody treatment in mice is effective for tooth regeneration and can be a breakthrough in treating tooth anomalies in humans," wrote the researchers in their assessment. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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The Malabar Navy Exercise, traditionally staged in the Indian Ocean, will be held off the coast of Sydney on Friday by India, Japan, the United States, and Australia. This will be the first time the war games have been held in Australia. On their journey to Sydney, Japanese and Indian navy ships made stops in the Pacific Island nations of Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea, underscoring the strategic significance of the area at a time when China and the United States are at odds.

Navy vessels from India, Japan and US reach Australia

<p>Tourism-related stocks in Japan and South Korea surged on Thursday (August 10) after China announced it would relax Covid pandemic-era restrictions on tour groups travelling to dozens of countries, the Financial Times reported. On Thursday, the Chinese tourism ministry said it was lifting restrictions on group travel to 78 countries which included Japan, South Korea, the United States (US), and the United Kingdom (UK).&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the Financial Times report, shares in department stores in Tokyo climbed sharply, while those of Japan Airport Terminal rose by more than nine per cent. Kyoritsu Maintenance, which runs a hotel chain favoured by mainland Chinese tourists, gained over 11 per cent, the report added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In South Korea's capital city Seoul, shares in Lotte Tour Development rose to nearly 30 per cent, and shares in Paradise Group were rallying more than 18 per cent. Shares of AmorePacific, a cosmetics conglomerate, increased seven per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report also said that airline stocks in China, Japan and South Korea, rose between one and five per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, China had mostly closed its borders to international travel for almost three years. However this year, the government resumed flights to 62 countries, 10 fewer than before.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Thursday, South Korea's Culture and Tourism Minister Park Bo-gyoon said the resumption of Chinese tour groups would breathe new life into airline and retail sectors damaged by the pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

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Tourism-related stocks in Japan and South Korea surged on Thursday (August 10) after China announced it would relax Covid pandemic-era restrictions on tour groups travelling to dozens of countries, the Financial Times reported.

Tourism-related stocks in Japan and South Korea surged on Thursday (August 10) after China announced it would relax Covid pandemic-era restrictions on tour groups travelling to dozens of countries, the Financial Times reported. On Thursday, the Chinese tourism ministry said it was lifting restrictions on group travel to 78 countries which included Japan, South Korea, the United States (US), and the United Kingdom (UK). As per the Financial Times report, shares in department stores in Tokyo climbed sharply, while those of Japan Airport Terminal rose by more than nine per cent. Kyoritsu Maintenance, which runs a hotel chain favoured by mainland Chinese tourists, gained over 11 per cent, the report added. In South Korea's capital city Seoul, shares in Lotte Tour Development rose to nearly 30 per cent, and shares in Paradise Group were rallying more than 18 per cent. Shares of AmorePacific, a cosmetics conglomerate, increased seven per cent. The report also said that airline stocks in China, Japan and South Korea, rose between one and five per cent. Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, China had mostly closed its borders to international travel for almost three years. However this year, the government resumed flights to 62 countries, 10 fewer than before. On Thursday, South Korea's Culture and Tourism Minister Park Bo-gyoon said the resumption of Chinese tour groups would breathe new life into airline and retail sectors damaged by the pandemic. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Nearly 42 per cent&nbsp;of adult Japanese women might end up never having children in their lifetimes, which could further pose a threat to the future of the country's social security program, the Nikkei newspaper reported citing a forthcoming government research estimate.</p>

<p>Further, Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research estimated that 33.4&nbsp;per cent&nbsp;of the women born in the year 2005 may end up not having a child under a moderate scenario. Even in the most optimistic case, the rate will only be &nbsp;24.6 per cent.</p>

<p>On the other hand, men face an even higher probability of not being married than women with the likelihood of as many as half of 18-year-olds not having children ever, reported Nikkei citing research's estimate.</p>

<h2><strong>Self-fulfilment over kids</strong></h2>

<p>Similar trends are being witnessed and are likely to rise in developed economies such as the United States and Europe where people are deviating from the norm of bearing kids and are rather shifting focus towards self-fulfilment.</p>

<p>In Western countries, nearly 10&nbsp;per cent&nbsp;to 20&nbsp;per cent&nbsp;of women born in the year 1970 never had children, whereas, in Japan, the figures are slightly higher with 27 per cent, which are further expected to double if US and Europe percentages stay at their same respective levels.</p>

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<p>This trend has slightly plummeted in countries like the United Kingdom and Germany where measures are being taken to create a work-life balance which has encouraged couples to opt for at least one child.</p>

<p>Japan has also been making attempts through initiatives like work-style reforms to create more suitable conditions for prospective parents. However, factors like uncertainty about the future and stagnant wages have impacted the youth's decision of getting married.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There needs to be an urgent discussion on building a social safety net in every area -- including pensions, medical care, nursing care and living assistance -- that does not disadvantage people without family, along with funding," Nikkei quoted social security expert Takashi Oshio, a professor at Hitotsubashi University's Institute of Economic Research, as saying.</p>

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Nearly 42 per cent of adult Japanese women might end up never having children in their lifetimes, which could further pose a threat to the future of the country's social security program, the Nikkei newspaper reported citing a forthcoming government research estimate.

Nearly 42 per cent of adult Japanese women might end up never having children in their lifetimes, which could further pose a threat to the future of the country's social security program, the Nikkei newspaper reported citing a forthcoming government research estimate. Further, Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research estimated that 33.4 per cent of the women born in the year 2005 may end up not having a child under a moderate scenario. Even in the most optimistic case, the rate will only be 24.6 per cent. On the other hand, men face an even higher probability of not being married than women with the likelihood of as many as half of 18-year-olds not having children ever, reported Nikkei citing research's estimate. Self-fulfilment over kids Similar trends are being witnessed and are likely to rise in developed economies such as the United States and Europe where people are deviating from the norm of bearing kids and are rather shifting focus towards self-fulfilment. In Western countries, nearly 10 per cent to 20 per cent of women born in the year 1970 never had children, whereas, in Japan, the figures are slightly higher with 27 per cent, which are further expected to double if US and Europe percentages stay at their same respective levels. Also read: Threat from Wagner? Poland, a NATO ally, deploys more troops on Belarus border This trend has slightly plummeted in countries like the United Kingdom and Germany where measures are being taken to create a work-life balance which has encouraged couples to opt for at least one child. Japan has also been making attempts through initiatives like work-style reforms to create more suitable conditions for prospective parents. However, factors like uncertainty about the future and stagnant wages have impacted the youth's decision of getting married. "There needs to be an urgent discussion on building a social safety net in every area -- including pensions, medical care, nursing care and living assistance -- that does not disadvantage people without family, along with funding," Nikkei quoted social security expert Takashi Oshio, a professor at Hitotsubashi University's Institute of Economic Research, as saying. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Over 40% of adult Japanese women may end up never having children: Report

78 years have passed since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Listen to the horrific tales of the survivors of these two cities. What exactly happened in 1945 in Japan? Revisit the nuclear age with Oppenheimer -The father of the atomic bomb. Has the world learned any lessons? The risk of nuclear annihilation continues to haunt the world. Watch WION Wideangle.

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The United States has leveled a grave accusation against China. Japanese sensitive defense networks were allegedly hacked by Chinese military hackers, according to the US National Security Agency.

Chinese cyberattack on vital Japanese defence networks

A swath of Japanese regions, including the central areas, are now bracing for typhoon Khanun to approach near southwestern Japan. This is as the country's meteorological agency warns of damage from strong winds and heavy rainfall.

South Korea evacuates thousands of scouts ahead of typhoon

After meeting with Yoshimasa Hayashi, the prime minister of Japan, and Katsunobu Kato, the minister of health, labor, and welfare, Hossein Amirabdollahian had a meeting with Fumio Kishida on Monday in Tokyo.

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<p>The Japanese government will start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water from its tsunami-hit nuclear power plant as soon as late August, Japanese media reported Monday.</p>

<p>The Japanese daily reported that the process to release about 1.3m tones of treated water will start after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida concludes his meetings with US President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol next week in the US.</p>

<p>The Japanese leader is expected to brief both leaders to address questions regarding the safety of the water.</p>

<p>The process of releasing the water is expected to take three to four decades to complete.</p>

<h2><strong>Japan says the water is safe</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in July, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) gave its go-ahead to Japanese plans to release water into the ocean, off Fukushima.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite concerns raised by local fishermen and some East Asian nations, including China and Taiwan, the UN nuclear watchdog said the treated water doesn’t pose any threat to marine life.</p>

<p>Following that, Japan’s nuclear regulator last month granted approval for the release of water.</p>

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<p>Reuters reported that the water stored in huge tanks on the site has been filtered through Tepco’s advanced liquid processing system (Alps) to remove most radioactive elements except for tritium, an isotope of hydrogen that is difficult to separate from water.</p>

<h2><strong>Concerns raised by nearby nations</strong></h2>

<p>Nearby nations, especially China, have raised objections to the Japanese plans, saying the move will contaminate the seafood.</p>

<p>In fact, Chinese and Japanese officials reportedly traded barbs last week during an international nuclear nonproliferation meeting held in Vienna.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH:&nbsp;Japan set to release contaminated Fukushima water into Pacific, angering China</strong></p>

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<p>China raised objections to the IAEA’s report and questioned whether the data analysed by it was accurate.</p>

<p>China earlier had said that if Japan goes ahead with its plans to release the water, it will impose import restrictions on Japanese seafood by strengthening inspection measures.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, in South Korea, members of the civic group and some lawmakers, mainly from the opposition, held protests against Japan. However, the South Korean government backed the IAEA report&nbsp;and supported Tokyo’s plans.</p>

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<p>In 2011, a deadly earthquake jolted Japan and triggered a devastating tsunami. The massive waves damaged the Fukushima nuclear power plant and caused a nuclear meltdown.</p>

<p>To prevent further damage, seawater and boric acid were pumped into the plant, accumulating contaminated seawater.</p>

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The Japanese government will start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water from its tsunami-hit nuclear power plant as soon as late August, Japanese media reported Monday. The Japanese daily reported that the process to release about 1.3m tones of treated water will start after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida concludes his meetings with US President Joe Biden and South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol next week in the US. The Japanese leader is expected to brief both leaders to address questions regarding the safety of the water. The process of releasing the water is expected to take three to four decades to complete. Japan says the water is safe Earlier in July, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) gave its go-ahead to Japanese plans to release water into the ocean, off Fukushima. Despite concerns raised by local fishermen and some East Asian nations, including China and Taiwan, the UN nuclear watchdog said the treated water doesn’t pose any threat to marine life. Following that, Japan’s nuclear regulator last month granted approval for the release of water. Also read: Radioactive Fukushima fish found ahead of Japan`s release of treated water from nuclear plant Reuters reported that the water stored in huge tanks on the site has been filtered through Tepco’s advanced liquid processing system (Alps) to remove most radioactive elements except for tritium, an isotope of hydrogen that is difficult to separate from water. Concerns raised by nearby nations Nearby nations, especially China, have raised objections to the Japanese plans, saying the move will contaminate the seafood. In fact, Chinese and Japanese officials reportedly traded barbs last week during an international nuclear nonproliferation meeting held in Vienna. WATCH: Japan set to release contaminated Fukushima water into Pacific, angering China × China raised objections to the IAEA’s report and questioned whether the data analysed by it was accurate. China earlier had said that if Japan goes ahead with its plans to release the water, it will impose import restrictions on Japanese seafood by strengthening inspection measures. Meanwhile, in South Korea, members of the civic group and some lawmakers, mainly from the opposition, held protests against Japan. However, the South Korean government backed the IAEA report and supported Tokyo’s plans. Brief history In 2011, a deadly earthquake jolted Japan and triggered a devastating tsunami. The massive waves damaged the Fukushima nuclear power plant and caused a nuclear meltdown. To prevent further damage, seawater and boric acid were pumped into the plant, accumulating contaminated seawater. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Japan plans to start releasing ‘treated’ radioactive water as soon as late August: Report

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<p>Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6).</p>

<p>Japan was at the receiving end of only two instances of military use of atomic bomb during Second World War. About 140,000 people died in Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 and 74,000 died in Nagasaki just three days later. The United States had dropped the bomb on the Japanese cities.</p>

<p>"Japan, as the only nation to have suffered atomic bombings in war, will continue efforts towards a nuclear-free world," Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said at a ceremony in Hiroshima.</p>

<p>"The path towards it is becoming increasingly difficult because of deepening divisions in the international community over nuclear disarmament and Russia's nuclear threat," he said.</p>

<p>"Given this situation, it is all the more important to bring back international momentum towards realisation of a nuclear-free world," he said.</p>

<p>"Devastation brought to Hiroshima and Nagasaki by nuclear weapons can never be repeated," said Kishida, whose family comes from Hiroshima.</p>

<p>Kishida's latest comments have resembled those of United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres. The UN chief issued a statement on the Hiroshima anniversary saying "some countries are recklessly rattling the nuclear sabre once again, threatening to use these tools of annihilation."</p>

<p>"In the face of these threats, the global community must speak as one. Any use of nuclear weapons is unacceptable," Guterres said.</p>

<p>At a ceremony, thousands of people that included survivors, relatives and foreign dignitaries from a record 111 countries offered prayers for those who were killed or wounded in the bombing. They called for world peace.</p>

<p>Russia and Belarus were not invited to the ceremony for the second straight year because of the Ukraine crisis.</p>

<p>Participants, many dressed in black, offered a silent prayer at 8:15 am (2315 GMT Saturday) when the first nuclear weapon used in wartime was dropped.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier this year, Prime Minister Kishida hosted the G7 summit in the city.</p>

<p>Kishida has tried to move nuclear disarmament up the global agenda, taking leaders of wealthy democracies to Hiroshima's peace park memorials and museum.</p>

<p>However, there is little appetite in political arenas to reduce stockpiles and Russia has been repeatedly issuing thinly veiled warnings that it could use nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Reported North Korean missile tests and stalling efforts towards non-proliferation have made the progress towards a nuclear weapons-free world difficult.</p>

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6).

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hit out at Russian threats to use nuclear weapons as the nation marked 78th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Sunday (August 6). Japan was at the receiving end of only two instances of military use of atomic bomb during Second World War. About 140,000 people died in Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 and 74,000 died in Nagasaki just three days later. The United States had dropped the bomb on the Japanese cities. "Japan, as the only nation to have suffered atomic bombings in war, will continue efforts towards a nuclear-free world," Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said at a ceremony in Hiroshima. "The path towards it is becoming increasingly difficult because of deepening divisions in the international community over nuclear disarmament and Russia's nuclear threat," he said. "Given this situation, it is all the more important to bring back international momentum towards realisation of a nuclear-free world," he said. "Devastation brought to Hiroshima and Nagasaki by nuclear weapons can never be repeated," said Kishida, whose family comes from Hiroshima. Kishida's latest comments have resembled those of United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres. The UN chief issued a statement on the Hiroshima anniversary saying "some countries are recklessly rattling the nuclear sabre once again, threatening to use these tools of annihilation." "In the face of these threats, the global community must speak as one. Any use of nuclear weapons is unacceptable," Guterres said. At a ceremony, thousands of people that included survivors, relatives and foreign dignitaries from a record 111 countries offered prayers for those who were killed or wounded in the bombing. They called for world peace. Russia and Belarus were not invited to the ceremony for the second straight year because of the Ukraine crisis. Participants, many dressed in black, offered a silent prayer at 8:15 am (2315 GMT Saturday) when the first nuclear weapon used in wartime was dropped. Earlier this year, Prime Minister Kishida hosted the G7 summit in the city. Kishida has tried to move nuclear disarmament up the global agenda, taking leaders of wealthy democracies to Hiroshima's peace park memorials and museum. However, there is little appetite in political arenas to reduce stockpiles and Russia has been repeatedly issuing thinly veiled warnings that it could use nuclear weapons in Ukraine. Reported North Korean missile tests and stalling efforts towards non-proliferation have made the progress towards a nuclear weapons-free world difficult. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>China has become the leading exporter of automobiles in the first six months of 2023, topping Japan within half a year as Chinese electric cars witnessed an increase in sales worldwide, according to a report by Nikkei Asia.</p>

<p>The report mentioned that major Chinese automakers exported 2.14 million vehicles from January to June. As per data obtained from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), the number of exports has risen by almost 76 per cent for the year, while the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association indicated that Japan remained at 2.14 million with an increase in exports by 17 per cent.</p>

<p>China was already ahead of Japan, with higher exports the January-March quarter. The rise in exports comes with the development of the electronic vehicle (EV) industry and its increasing demand in European and Russian markets.</p>

<p>From January to June, China’s exports of new energy vehicles, such as EVs, plug-in hybrids, and fuel cell cars, more than doubled to account for 25 per cent of the nation’s overall automobile exports. While its top Chinese rival BYD exported more than 80,000 vehicles, Tesla exported more than 180,000 vehicles using its Shanghai facility as an export hub for Asia.</p>

<p>During the same time, China exported 287,000 automobiles to Russia, which included gasoline-powered cars, as per customs data compiled by CAAM. After Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, South Korean, Japanese, and European automakers reduced their presence in Russia. To fill this need, Chinese brands have entered the Russian market.</p>

<p>Belgium, a crucial European transit hub that is electrifying its auto fleet, and Mexico, where demand for gasoline-powered vehicles is strong, were also high on the list of destinations for Chinese exports.</p>

<p>China had the most car sales for newly manufactured vehicles in 2022 with a total of 26.86 million vehicles sold globally. EV sales in Japan as a whole, including gasoline-powered vehicles, hit 5.36 million, exceeding the country’s total new vehicle sales of 4.2 million.</p>

<p>According to a 2027 prediction by American company AlixPartners, 39 per cent of new car sales in China will be electric vehicles. That would surpass the predicted 23 per cent global EV uptake.</p>

<p>Government incentives for EV sales have significantly increased demand in China. Chinese manufacturers like BYD are anticipated to sell 65 per cent of the nation’s electric vehicles by 2030.</p>

<p>Chinese automakers are able to increase their export competitiveness with an increase in domestic supply for lithium-ion-batteries, influencing the performance and prices of EVs.</p>

<p>“After 2025, Chinese automakers are likely to take a significant share of Japan's major export markets, including the U.S.”, Nikkei Asia quoted Tomoyuki Suzuki, the managing director at AlixPartners in Tokyo as saying.</p>

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China has become the leading exporter of automobiles in the first six months of 2023, topping Japan within half a year as Chinese electric cars witnessed an increase in sales worldwide, according to a report by Nikkei Asia.

China has become the leading exporter of automobiles in the first six months of 2023, topping Japan within half a year as Chinese electric cars witnessed an increase in sales worldwide, according to a report by Nikkei Asia. The report mentioned that major Chinese automakers exported 2.14 million vehicles from January to June. As per data obtained from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), the number of exports has risen by almost 76 per cent for the year, while the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association indicated that Japan remained at 2.14 million with an increase in exports by 17 per cent. China was already ahead of Japan, with higher exports the January-March quarter. The rise in exports comes with the development of the electronic vehicle (EV) industry and its increasing demand in European and Russian markets. From January to June, China’s exports of new energy vehicles, such as EVs, plug-in hybrids, and fuel cell cars, more than doubled to account for 25 per cent of the nation’s overall automobile exports. While its top Chinese rival BYD exported more than 80,000 vehicles, Tesla exported more than 180,000 vehicles using its Shanghai facility as an export hub for Asia. During the same time, China exported 287,000 automobiles to Russia, which included gasoline-powered cars, as per customs data compiled by CAAM. After Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, South Korean, Japanese, and European automakers reduced their presence in Russia. To fill this need, Chinese brands have entered the Russian market. Belgium, a crucial European transit hub that is electrifying its auto fleet, and Mexico, where demand for gasoline-powered vehicles is strong, were also high on the list of destinations for Chinese exports. China had the most car sales for newly manufactured vehicles in 2022 with a total of 26.86 million vehicles sold globally. EV sales in Japan as a whole, including gasoline-powered vehicles, hit 5.36 million, exceeding the country’s total new vehicle sales of 4.2 million. According to a 2027 prediction by American company AlixPartners, 39 per cent of new car sales in China will be electric vehicles. That would surpass the predicted 23 per cent global EV uptake. Government incentives for EV sales have significantly increased demand in China. Chinese manufacturers like BYD are anticipated to sell 65 per cent of the nation’s electric vehicles by 2030. Chinese automakers are able to increase their export competitiveness with an increase in domestic supply for lithium-ion-batteries, influencing the performance and prices of EVs. “After 2025, Chinese automakers are likely to take a significant share of Japan's major export markets, including the U.S.”, Nikkei Asia quoted Tomoyuki Suzuki, the managing director at AlixPartners in Tokyo as saying. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday (August 4) apologised for mishaps over government plan to intergrate people's tax and social security data into a single identification card. The premier has seen his approval ratings plummet to their lowest since he took office.</p>

<p>Adding to his troubles, one of Kishida's members of parliament has resigned as a deputy minister amid allegation that he had accepted bribes from a company.</p>

<p>"I apologise for the concerns that have spread among the public," Kishida said at a news conference held in a bid to ease concern over the identification card plan.</p>

<p>Public frustrations with the push for a single "My Number" card system have mounted after errors in its implementation came to light.</p>

<p>Such errors have involved people's health insurance information being linked to wrong social security account and welfare payments were even made to the wrong persons.</p>

<p>A Yomiuri newspaper poll in July found that the public approval rating for the Kishida administration had dipped to a low of 35%. The same poll found 52% of respondents did not support the government.</p>

<p>Earlier on Friday, prosecutors in Tokyo raided the office of ruling Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker Masatoshi Akimoto on suspicion that he took bribes of tens of millions of yens, reported public broadcaster NHK.</p>

<p>The foreign ministry later announced that Akimoto had stepped down from his post as a vice minister.</p>

<p>Kishida declined to comment directly on Akimoto in his press conference saying that the investigation was ongoing. But Kishida said that he was "very disappointed that the situation has turned into one that sows distrust among the public."</p>

<p>Asked about the possibility that the alleged bribes accepted from a renewable energy company might be perceived as exploiting Japan's energy policy, Kishida said only that the government's policy on energy was "unwavering".</p>

<p>Reuters reported that calls to Akimoto's office went unanswered. Government spokesperson Hirokazu Matsuno declined to comment, saying that Akimoto had not spoken to him about the issue.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday (August 4) apologised for mishaps over government plan to intergrate people's tax and social security data into a single identification card.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday (August 4) apologised for mishaps over government plan to intergrate people's tax and social security data into a single identification card. The premier has seen his approval ratings plummet to their lowest since he took office. Adding to his troubles, one of Kishida's members of parliament has resigned as a deputy minister amid allegation that he had accepted bribes from a company. "I apologise for the concerns that have spread among the public," Kishida said at a news conference held in a bid to ease concern over the identification card plan. Public frustrations with the push for a single "My Number" card system have mounted after errors in its implementation came to light. Such errors have involved people's health insurance information being linked to wrong social security account and welfare payments were even made to the wrong persons. A Yomiuri newspaper poll in July found that the public approval rating for the Kishida administration had dipped to a low of 35%. The same poll found 52% of respondents did not support the government. Earlier on Friday, prosecutors in Tokyo raided the office of ruling Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker Masatoshi Akimoto on suspicion that he took bribes of tens of millions of yens, reported public broadcaster NHK. The foreign ministry later announced that Akimoto had stepped down from his post as a vice minister. Kishida declined to comment directly on Akimoto in his press conference saying that the investigation was ongoing. But Kishida said that he was "very disappointed that the situation has turned into one that sows distrust among the public." Asked about the possibility that the alleged bribes accepted from a renewable energy company might be perceived as exploiting Japan's energy policy, Kishida said only that the government's policy on energy was "unwavering". Reuters reported that calls to Akimoto's office went unanswered. Government spokesperson Hirokazu Matsuno declined to comment, saying that Akimoto had not spoken to him about the issue. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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