Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa

Kato, Ishiba, and Other LDP candidates unveil economic policies for Presidential race

Japan · Sep 11, 2024

Former Chief Cabinet Secretary Kato has made "doubling the nation's income" his central policy goal. Announcing his candidacy on September 10, Kato emphasized his determination to achieve significant income growth quickly. His approach includes supporting wage increases and reskilling initiatives to narrow income gaps, particularly between men and women, reflecting his commitment to addressing wage disparities.

By Ishita Agarwal

Takaichi Sanae and Kamikawa Yoko lead record nine-candidate LDP Race

Japan · Sep 11, 2024

Candidates must secure 20 sponsors to run, but with a reduced number of Diet members available for support, the distribution of votes among party members and supporters will be crucial. Kamikawa, a first-time presidential candidate, emphasized her commitment to confronting challenging issues and building a "new Japan" during a Tokyo press conference. She joins Minister of State for Economic Security Sanae Takaichi (63) as the second female candidate in this election.

By Ishita Agarwal

Japan and India enhance security cooperation amid rising tensions with China

Japan · Aug 21, 2024

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh echoed these sentiments, underscoring the alignment of values between the two nations concerning the Indo-Pacific region. The urgency to counter China’s increasingly aggressive policies is a driving force behind their enhanced security partnership.

By Ishita Agarwal

Japan’s Foreign Minister to visit Qatar and Bahrain to address Middle East tensions

Japan · Aug 17, 2024

Kamikawa’s visit will focus on enhancing bilateral cooperation with these nations to ease escalating tensions, particularly following the killing of a prominent Hamas leader in Tehran, which has raised fears of retaliation by Iran against Israel.

By Garima Singla

LDP Presidential race heats up: Kobayashi and Kono announce candidacies as support grows

Japan · Aug 17, 2024

Kobayashi, 49, is expected to secure the necessary recommendations from at least 20 LDP lawmakers, bolstered by support from House of Representatives members backing his bid. Despite his relatively low profile, Kobayashi has been actively building a broad base of support by engaging early with various factions within the party. He is affiliated with the faction led by former Secretary General Toshihiro Nikai, though Nikai himself has announced plans to dissolve the faction, leaving Kobayashi without direct support from it.

By Ishita Agarwal

Foreign Minister Kamikawa mulls bid for LDP presidency as ex-Economic Security Minister gains traction

Japan · Aug 16, 2024

In her statement, Kamikawa emphasized her readiness to deliberate thoroughly and make a decision independently. "I am prepared to carefully consider my options and take appropriate action based on my conclusions," she asserted. Her remarks suggest that she is seriously contemplating a run for the party’s top position.

By Ishita Agarwal

Japan commits to hosting 100 Ukrainian students and scientists as part of broader support initiative

Japan · Jul 30, 2024

Under the new program, Japan will cover the full cost of education and living expenses for 20 Ukrainian students each year, totaling 100 students over the five-year period. This initiative aims to provide Ukrainian youth with educational opportunities and to strengthen the ties between the two countries amid ongoing reconstruction efforts in Ukraine.

By Ishita Agarwal

U.S. and Japan highlight security concerns in Taiwan Strait

Taiwan · Jul 29, 2024

The meeting, attended by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, and Defense Minister Minoru Kihara.

By Kritika Priya

Chinese Foreign Minister stresses need for advancement in China-Japan relations

China · Jul 27, 2024

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the delicate state of China-Japan relations during a meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa.

By Kritika Priya

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Kato, Ishiba, and Other LDP candidates unveil economic policies for Presidential race

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Japan and India enhance security cooperation amid rising tensions with China

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LDP Presidential race heats up: Kobayashi and Kono announce candidacies as support grows

Foreign Minister Kamikawa mulls bid for LDP presidency as ex-Economic Security Minister gains traction

Japan commits to hosting 100 Ukrainian students and scientists as part of broader support initiative

U.S. and Japan highlight security concerns in Taiwan Strait

Chinese Foreign Minister stresses need for advancement in China-Japan relations