Tokyo also aims to mantain deal for stable ties with Washington

PM pledges to pursue 'responsible yet aggressive' fiscal policy, boost nation’s defence capabilities

PM pledges to fortify ties, highlights priorities on economy and maritime security

Premier's promise to suspend sales tax on food for two years worries investors, even amid surge in support among many under-30 voters

Takaichi also aims to build economic structure resilient to currency fluctuation by boosting domestic investment

Takaichi walks tightrope ahead of snap polls, vows military action only to protect citizens

Takaichi looks to tackle rising living costs as govt begins designing mix of income tax deductions, cash benefits for low-, middle-income households

Move criticised by Opposition parties as putting political considerations ahead of enacting initial budget for fiscal 2026

Potential reduction in govt revenue may further strain Tokyo's already precarious finances

Nation's debt, twice the size of its economy, highest among developed nations with debt-funding costs over quarter of total government spending

Uneasy truce between Japanese national bank, PM will keep bond market jittery as investors focus on what Governor Ueda will say about pace of further rate hikes

Wang Yi accuses PM Takaichi of attempting military intervention in Taiwan

Beijing to take measures required, all consequences shall be borne by Tokyo, says Foreign Ministry spokesman

Local news report reveal flames also spread to nearby forested slopes

Embassy in Beijing reminds Japanese citizens to respect local customs, be careful when interacting with Chinese people

Tokyo seeks to calm escalating dispute with Beijing following PM Takaichi's Taiwan remarks which drew heated reaction

Document calls for "bold and strategic" investment in crisis management, growth areas

In return, Takaichi says she will nominate the president for the Nobel Peace Prize

New PM Takaichi seeks to strengthen Tokyo-Washington alliance, dubs it her "top priority"

Bloc anticipates closer ties with Tokyo to advance shared vision of innovation, clean energy, resilient growth, says Anwar