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Why Are So Few American Cars Sold in Japan?
The Globalist
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August 14, 2025
One of the key goals of the Trump administration negotiators for the trade deal with Japan was to achieve a goal at long last that many U.S. governments have failed to accomplish — selling more American cars in the Japanese market. The (shocking)...
Visual Arts Commission Announces Art Bridges Cultural Programs in Scotland, Japan, South Korea and Spain
Mid East Information
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August 14, 2025
professional programs enabling Saudi and Saudi-based cultural practitioners to participate in international exchange and career development RIYADH, KSA: The Visual Arts Commission (VAC) announces the launch of the Art Bridges 2025–2026 initiative,...
OpenAI could see valuation upgrade to $500B as employees seek to sell $6B in shares
Cryptopolitan
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August 16, 2025
OpenAI’s current and former staffers are working to offload close to $6 billion in shares of the ChatGPT developer to an investor group including SoftBank Group, Thrive Capital, and Dragoneer Investment Group. The share sales could be done at a...
Japan and Philippines deepen military ties through naval transfers to counter China
Defense News Security News Army Recognition
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The Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) between Japan and the Philippines, confirmed by USNI News on August 12, 2025, is set to enter into force next month, ushering in a significant milestone in Asia-Pacific defense cooperation. The agreement,...
CareEdge Global Economy Update – August 2025 Report
Textile Value Chain
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August 16, 2025
CareEdge Global has released its latest Global Economy Update – August 2025, outlining key international and regional economic developments. Key Highlights: International Landscape The report notes broad-based upward revisions to growth as strong...
FaW Tokyo Autumn 2025 to showcase premium materials, next-gen tech
Just Style
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August 14, 2025
The gathering, scheduled to take place from 1–3 October 2025, will provide a platform for participants to engage with the latest trends, innovations, and opportunities for expansion in the fields of fashion and technology. With over 900 exhibitors...
Mitsui doubles down on Scotland’s offshore energy future
fDi Intelligence
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Japanese conglomerate Mitsui’s takeover of a Scottish Highlands port and plans to expand its services is a boost for the UK’s offshore wind sector amid concerns over declining North Sea oil and gas operations. The Tokyo-based group said on July 31...
Japan's First Fully Battery-Powered Tugboat Project Launched
Ship & Bunker
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August 13, 2025
The fully electric tugboat is expected to begin commercial operations in 2030. Image Credit: Tokyo Kisen Tokyo Kisen and Marindows have officially launched Japan's first pure battery-powered harbour tugboat development project. The vessel, planned...
L&T Energy GreenTech, ITOCHU to Develop 300 KTPA Green Ammonia Plant in Gujarat
Energetica India
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August 14, 2025
L&T Energy GreenTech and Japan’s ITOCHU will jointly develop a 300 KTPA green ammonia plant in Gujarat, targeting Singapore’s maritime fuel market, aligning with India’s green hydrogen mission and global decarbonisation goals. August 14, 2025. By...
Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani continues to have the best-selling jersey, get free shipping on yours today
MLive - Michigan
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August 14, 2025
You can own a little piece of the most exciting players in all of sports, as free shipping is available on all orders of Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani’s jersey at Fanatics. Buy MLB gear: Fanatics, Amazon, Lids Ohtani is one of the...
Japanese Encephalitis Continues to Spread in Australia
Medscape
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Japanese encephalitis virus continues to spread in Australia. It has been detected in the country’s mosquito and arbovirus surveillance programs, as well as in feral pigs and commercial piggeries in most states and territories. The virus has...
Japan reaffirms support for Matarbari deep sea port development
Bangladesh Post
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Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Saida Shinichi reaffirmed that Japan will support the development of the Matarbari Deep Sea Port. The Japanese envoy came up with the assurance when he paid a courtesy call on Shipping Adviser Brigadier General...
Japan’s ITOCHU and India’s L&T shake hands on green ammonia project
Offshore Energy
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August 13, 2025
L&T Energy GreenTech (LTEG), a wholly owned subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has partnered with Japanese trading company ITOCHU Corporation to develop and commercialize a green ammonia project at Kandla in Gujarat, India. Courtesy of ITOCHU...
Japan Eyes Turkish Drones To Check China; May Also Acquire Israeli UAVs That Indian Military Operates
The Eurasian Times
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August 13, 2025
Faced with a volatile security environment in the Indo-Pacific and a burgeoning military threat from China, Japan has decided to invest in an inexpensive and revolutionary technology that is dominating modern combat: drones. Citing sources, The...
7 Japanese Techniques to Overcome Laziness Instantly And Boost Daily Productivity
The Health Site
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August 14, 2025
Japanese Techniques: Here are the top 7 things that people in Japan do to stay fit, active and increase their daily productivity naturally. 7 Japanese Techniques to Overcome Laziness Instantly And Boost Daily Productivity Japanese people follow...
Japan eyes ¥100 bil budget for defense drone mass deployment
Japan Today
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August 13, 2025
Japan is considering earmarking over 100 billion yen for the fiscal 2026 initial budget for mass deployment of defense drones amid the increasingly severe security environment, government sources said Tuesday. The government may opt to buy...
Japan to Start Test Mining Rare Earths from Seabed in 2026
JAPAN Forward
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August 13, 2025
Amid the prolonged United States–China trade standoff, interest in rare earths is rising. China, the world's largest producer, has used export restrictions to pressure the United States, causing real-world disruptions. At one point, Japanese...
Japanese company invites Tajik migrants for work in various sectors: what’s the salary and requirements?
Asia Plus
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10:00, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus The Japanese company MAYA MIRAI is seeking citizens of Tajikistan for employment in several sectors, including construction, agriculture, utilities, household services, and hospitality, specifically in hotels and...
M-tron Industries, Inc. (AMEX:MPTI) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Insider Monkey
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August 14, 2025
M-tron Industries, Inc. (AMEX:MPTI) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript August 13, 2025 Operator: Thank you for standing by. My name is John, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the M-tron...
Nissan Ariya Price Slashed by $8,100 In UK Market
TopSpeed
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August 16, 2025
The Ariya is an upscale all-electric utility vehicle that feels more premium than its price tag – and Nissan badges – would suggest. This SUV has tasteful, attractive exterior styling, the interior is spacious and richly appointed, and the Ariya...