Commentary / World Aug 26, 2022
World can remain a bystander no more
by Peter Singer
A disturbing trend is becoming evident: Governments of affluent countries are giving less foreign aid to help the world's poor and hungry.
Commentary / World Jul 26, 2022
A world in crisis needs both trade and aid
by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Rebeca Grynspan and Pamela Coke-Hamilton
Creating a more sustainable, inclusive and connected future is the moon shot of our times.
National Jun 23, 2022
Japan halts aid for coal-fired plants in Indonesia and Bangladesh under climate pledge
The move comes in response to international criticism of coal-fired power, a major source of greenhouse gas emissions blamed for climate change.
National | FOCUS May 15, 2022
Tourism and logistics: Okinawa's latest plan to boost its economy
by Eric Johnston
Under its latest economic plan, Okinawa aims to raise its gross prefectural product from ¥4.1 trillion in fiscal 2020 to ¥5.7 trillion by 2031 and reduce its jobless rate from 3.6% to 2.5%.
National | Regional Voices: Okinawa May 2, 2022
Chatan resort thriving as symbol of Okinawa’s growth, 50 years after reversion
The town, home to the American Village commercial and entertainment complex, has seen its finances strengthen thanks in part to an increase in property tax revenue from inbound companies.
National Mar 31, 2022
JICA office in China to stay open even after end of development aid
Japan's official development assistance to China started in December 1979 and has contributed to an improvement in infrastructure.
National Mar 28, 2022
Japan and African ministers stress importance of democracy and the rule of law
The move comes amid concerns about Beijing's "debt trap," in which recipient countries of Chinese investment are saddled with massive loans they cannot repay.
National Mar 11, 2022
Japan's 2020 development aid figure second highest on record due to pandemic
After $22.4 billion in 2013, the figure of $20.3 billion was the highest for any year since 1960, when comparable data became available.
Asia Pacific Feb 20, 2022
Nepal police fire tear gas, water cannon to disperse protest over U.S. gift
Nepal security forces used tear gas and water cannons against protesters opposed to a U.S.-funded infrastructure program that was presented in parliament for ratification.
Commentary / Japan Feb 18, 2022
Investments in health systems will protect human security now, and into the future
by Achim Steiner and Keizo Takemi
COVID-19 has exposed the deep inequities and weaknesses in the global health system.
National | FOCUS Feb 1, 2022
Japan sticks to quiet Myanmar diplomacy as companies are left in limbo
by Noriyuki Suzuki
The aftermath of the coup continues to present Prime Minister Fumio Kishida with a formidable challenge, as he has identified human rights as a key diplomatic pillar.
Commentary / World Dec 8, 2021
Time to overhaul the global financial system
by Jeffrey D. Sachs
Banking regulations should be revised and a new and improved credit-rating system implemented to facilitate more lending to developing countries.