Japan’s Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, in welcoming the deal reached on Jan 15, described it as a significant step towards alleviating the humanitarian crisis and de-escalating tensions, aligning with Japan’s long-standing calls for peace and stability in the region.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is visiting Malaysia and Indonesia as part of his effort to further strengthen defense and economic ties with Southeast Asia as threats from China rise in the region.

Japan and Indonesia pledged on Saturday to deepen economic and defense ties during a visit by the Japanese prime minister, seen as promoting regional cooperation as China flexes its muscle and Donald Trump prepares to take over as the next U.

Japan and Malaysia agreed at their summit on Friday to strengthen ties to ensure regional security based on the rule of law an

TOKYO, Jan 15 (Bernama-Kyodo) -- Japan sees South Korea as an important neighbour and partner, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said Wednesday, reaffirming strong bilateral ties despite President Yoon Suk Yeol's detention.

Ishiba's visit to Malaysia marks his first overseas trip since he took office, in October, except for a tour to South America to attend international conferences in November. The Japanese government views Malaysia, this year's ASEAN chair, as key to diplomacy with Global South developing and emerging countries.

Slackliner Jaan Roose has achieved a new world first in Dubai. At a height of more than 200 meters, the extreme athlete from Estonia crossed the 100-meter distance between the Jumeirah Emirates Towers. The three-time world champion's latest trick is one of his most visually impressive.

Among their agreements, both countries will jointly develop hydrogen energy and partner in the post-war reconstruction of Gaza Malaysia and Japan on Friday agreed to develop carbon capture and hydrogen green energy projects,

Before arriving in Jakarta, Ishiba held talks in Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, describing strengthening ties with Southeast Asia as "one of the biggest priorities" for Japan. The trip, he said, made him aware of the "explosive ...

Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 10 (Jiji Press)--Yoshiko Ishiba, the wife of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, made her diplomatic debut by attending events in Malaysia on Friday. The couple are visiting Malaysia and Indonesia on a tour from Thursday to Sunday.

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Japan are set to finalise their collaboration on hydrogen energy by May, marking a significant milestone in their joint effort to advance clean energy technologies.

Tanaka Yushi of Japan hits a return during the men singles round of 32 match between Tanaka Yushi of Japan and