Japan

• Asia-Pacific markets slide after subdued Wall Street session - Asia-Pacific markets slid on Friday following a subdued Wall Street session.
• Japan’s New Clarity on Taiwan Is a Wake-Up Call - The Japanese leader’s candor over Taiwan brought the shared regional stakes out into the open, and the U.S. must stand behind its ally.
• Warships That Ruled the Seas - Some ships are made to sail, others are made to make history. Warships have always been more than floating fortresses; they’ve been symbols of power, national pride, and the turning points of major conflicts. The ... Read more
• Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male-only succession law - Japan’s beloved Princess Aiko is often cheered like a pop star. During a visit to Nagasaki with Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, the sound of her name being screamed by well-wishers along the roads overwhelmed the cheers for her parent