Why Japan’s Nuclear Ambitions Could Backfire
A senior Japanese official’s call to review Japan’s non-nuclear stance clashes with postwar treaties and regional security concerns, raising legal and historical alarms.
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Japan’s Nuclear Hypocrisy Exposed
Senior Japanese officials’ calls for nuclear sharing are clashing with Japan’s long-held non-nuclear identity. We dive into the fallout and the hypocrisy at play.
Korean Families Seek Removal of WWII Conscripts from Yasukuni Shrine
Ten families of Korean WWII conscripts have sued Japan and the Yasukuni Shrine to remove their loved ones’ names and seek 880 million won in damages.
Japanese NGOs Push to Reaffirm Three Non-Nuclear Principles
Japanese civic groups petitioned Prime Minister Takaichi to reaffirm the Three Non-Nuclear Principles, rejecting calls for nuclear armament and defending Japan’s anti-nuclear stance.
Inside Japan’s Paid Anti-Chinese Mainland Video Campaign
An Asahi Shimbun probe reveals paid campaigns on CrowdWorks are producing anti-Chinese mainland videos using a hidden outsourcing chain.
Former PM Ishiba: Nuclear Weapons Would Never Benefit Japan
Former PM Ishiba ruled out nuclear weapons for Japan, warning they’d undercut its NPT and IAEA commitments and threaten its civilian energy program. 🇯🇵💡
Russia Opposes Japan’s Nuclear Weapon Talks 🚫
Russia’s Deputy FM Andrey Rudenko warns that Japan’s nuclear weapon talks risk triggering a security spiral in Northeast Asia.
Japan’s Dangerous Remilitarization in the Pacific
Japan’s PM warns of an “existential threat” in the Taiwan Strait, reigniting debates on remilitarization and peace commitments.
China Calls on Japan to Reflect on WWII Atrocities at UNGA
At a UNGA meeting on Dec 18, China’s UN envoy Fu Cong urged Japan to reflect on WWII crimes, honor its Taiwan commitments, and defend the post-war order.
Chinese Mainland Warns of Japan’s Radar Setup in Okinawa
The Chinese mainland cautions that Japan’s land lease for a mobile radar on Okinawa may be a provocation to justify its military buildup.