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A charismatic straight talker, Japan's Takaichi is poised to expand her power in Sunday's vote

A charismatic straight talker, Japan's Takaichi is poised to expand her power in Sunday's vote

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is calling a snap election Sunday, counting on her unusual popularity among fans who see the hardline conservative as someone who speaks her mind and can bring change
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The Company Behind Tires on Roads Everywhere

The Company Behind Tires on Roads Everywhere

Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading multinational manufacturing company with a significant global presence. Known ...
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Russia and US discussed nuclear arms and agreed talks need to start soon, Kremlin says

Russia and US discussed nuclear arms and agreed talks need to start soon, Kremlin says

The Kremlin says Russian and U.S. negotiators have discussed the expiration of their last remaining nuclear arms pact
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Japan election: What to look for in Sunday vote

Japan election: What to look for in Sunday vote

TOKYO, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, is seeking to secure her grip on power in a national election on Sunday, with polls suggesting a big win for her conservative party.
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US hosts countries for talks to weaken China's grip on critical minerals

US hosts countries for talks to weaken China's grip on critical minerals

By Michael Martina and Simon Lewis WASHINGTON, Feb 4 (Reuters) - The United States will host more than 50 countries on Wednesday for talks aimed at boosting their access to critical minerals, in a bid to loosen China's grip over vital industrial inputs that has allowed it to control global supply
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China to offer LNG futures as soon as next month, sources say

China to offer LNG futures as soon as next month, sources say

(Corrects Jan 23 story to remove erroneous comment that JKM caters mostly to Japan and Korea in paragraph 18) Jan 23 (Reuters) - China is set to offer domestic-listed, yuan-denominated liquefied natural gas (LNG) futures contracts as soon as next month, people with knowledge of the matter said,
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Asia shares falter as global tech selloff spooks investors

Asia shares falter as global tech selloff spooks investors

By Stella Qiu SYDNEY, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Asian stocks faltered as concerns about the exploding costs of AI investment hounded the tech sector, though Wall Street futures were trying to make a comeback as chip providers gained.
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A half-century of US-Russian arms control ends with the expiration of the New START nuclear pact

A half-century of US-Russian arms control ends with the expiration of the New START nuclear pact

The Kremlin says it views the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the U.S. with regret, leaving no caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in over 50 years
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Japan's Hiroto Ogiwara Leads Men's Big Air Qualifying at Winter Olympics

Japan's Hiroto Ogiwara Leads Men's Big Air Qualifying at Winter Olympics

Japan's Hiroto Ogiwara Leads Men's Big Air Qualifying at Winter Olympics
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With US-Russia nuclear treaty set to expire, Trump calls for new stronger pact

With US-Russia nuclear treaty set to expire, Trump calls for new stronger pact

With the U.S.-Russia nuclear pact expiring, President Donald Trump is renewing calls for a new stronger pact instead of extending the current agreement known as the New START treaty
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Ukrainian Forces Claim Successful Strike on Russian Missile Test Site

Ukrainian Forces Claim Successful Strike on Russian Missile Test Site

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have reported a successful strike on the Kapustin Yar missile test site in Russia, using their domestically-made FP-5 missile, known as the 'Flamingo'. The attack reportedly damaged several buildings used for the preparation of medium-range intercontinental ballistic missiles. The General Staff of Ukraine stated that the strike caused significant damage to one of the hangars and led to the evacuation of personnel from the area. This development is part of ongoing military tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
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President Trump's Trade Policies Impact U.S. Defense Suppliers Amid Global Shifts

President Trump's Trade Policies Impact U.S. Defense Suppliers Amid Global Shifts

President Trump's Trade Policies Impact U.S. Defense Suppliers Amid Global Shifts