Japan seeks to counter China’s expanding influence in Pacific by strengthening ties with Island Nations

February 25, 2026 TOKYO – Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi expressed Japan’s intention to strengthen ties with 14 Pacific Island nations through such means as personnel exchanges and building a relationship based on multilayered cooperation, at the third Japan Pacific Islands Defense Dialogue which concluded on Tuesday. China seeks to expand its influence over the island … Read more

Japan, Portugal, Canada, Slovenia, And Australia, The Ultimate Travel Destinations You Need To Explore Right Now, Discover Why These Countries Are Taking Over The World

Home » Australia Travel News » Japan, Portugal, Canada, Slovenia, And Australia, The Ultimate Travel Destinations You Need To Explore Right Now, Discover Why These Countries Are Taking Over The World Published on February 23, 2026 Image generated with Ai In 2026, Japan is set to maintain its status as a premier travel destination, thanks … Read more

Japan Coast Guard hosts Southeast Asian officials, provides training on aerial surveillance techniques

February 23, 2026 JAKARTA – Coast guard officials from Southeast Asian nations have received hands-on training from the Japan Coast Guard in waters north of Jakarta, focusing on aerial surveillance techniques to monitor suspicious vessels. Ten maritime officials from Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia joined a flight Thursday aboard a Japan Coast Guard aircraft dispatched … Read more

South Korea Joins Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Maldives and More to Offer Unforgettable Spring Getaways Perfect for Every Traveler: Uncover the Secrets

Home » Destination News » South Korea Joins Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, Philippines, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Maldives and More to Offer Unforgettable Spring Getaways Perfect for Every Traveler: Uncover the Secrets Published on February 22, 2026 Image generated with Ai Spring is the perfect season to explore Asia, and countries like South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, the … Read more

Xi’s South China Sea ‘blockade’ plans exposed in alarming video – World News – News

A Japanese news publication tracked the movements of hundreds of Chinese fishing boats and discovered something out of the ordinary.  In late December, Japan’s Nikkei tracked 2,000 boats in the South China Sea as they appeared to perform several drills. Video by the publication shows the boats, believed to be a part of China’s maritime … Read more

Magong and Takayama: Asia’s Most Welcoming Cities in 2026

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Hospitality and service standards have become crucial factors for tourists when choosing destinations. According to the Traveller Review Awards 2026 by Booking.com, two cities in Asia, namely Magong in Taiwan and Takayama in Japan, have successfully secured spots among the top ten most welcoming cities in the world. The award is based on more … Read more

AMD GPU Prices Rebound Slightly As Demand Drops

It’s no secret that GPU prices have skyrocketed lately as a result of increased AI data center demand. This has been especially true for any GPU featuring more than 8 GB of VRAM, like AMD’s Radeon RX 9060 and 9070 series. However, while AMD GPUs were previously seen as a viable alternative when NVIDIA GPUs … Read more

Indonesia Agrees to Accept Patrol Boat Grant from Japan Worth Rp205bn

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Plenary Session of the House of Representatives has agreed to accept a patrol boat grant from Japan worth 1.9 billion Yen, equivalent to Rp205 billion. The grant for the Indonesian Navy is part of Japan’s Official Security Assistance (OSA) program. Lawmakers approved the grant after House Commission I presented the results of the discussion … Read more

Japanese PM Takaichi’s cabinet resigns

  FILE PHOTO: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), speaks during a press conference at the LDP headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, February 9, 2026. [Photo/Agencies] TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi resigned with her cabinet on Wednesday. Cabinet ministers of the Takaichi administration submitted letters of resignation … Read more

Chinese opt to stay at home, hitting domestic ski slopes, amid rising political tensions with Japan

At the same time, the Winter Olympics in Italy have drawn fresh attention to skiing, giving China’s snowy northeast an opening to attract skiers who might otherwise head to destinations like Hokkaido prefecture. Bookings from China to Hokkaido’s capital Sapporo are forecast to plunge 62% in the first two months of 2026 from a year … Read more