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What Japanese think of PM Kan's response to the crisis
A new poll shows 58 percent of Japanese do not approve of the handling of the Japan nuclear crisis. Still, 58 percent do approve of overall disaster-victim support in northeast Japan.
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Why Japan has a problem with prime ministers
The straight-talking Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan inspired 'Yes we Kan' T-shirts when he took office last June, but he's now in trouble. The past four prime ministers have lasted less than a year.
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China-Japan spat drives plunge in support for Japan's Kan
Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan met Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on the sidelines of the Asia-Europe summit in Brussels Monday, but the issues at the heart of recent China-Japan friction remain unresolved.
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China-Japan relations sour as fishing boat dispute escalates
China-Japan relations have further deteriorated following China’s decision to cease high-level exchanges with Japan in protest at the extended detention of a Chinese fishing boat captain.
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Japan PM Kan sends signal to Asian neighbors by shunning Yasukuni Shrine
Japan Prime Minister Naoto Kan ordered his cabinet to avoid the controversial Yasukuni Shrine on the Aug. 15 anniversary of the end of WWII. It underscores his shift toward improving relations with Asian neighbors.
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Koreans warm to historic Japan apology on colonial rule – but want more
In South Korea, Japan's apology on colonial rule, which for the first time acknowledged the forced annexation of Korea, was well received. But those who suffered as sex slaves and laborers in World War II want compensation.
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Labor reforms? Japan limits on part-timers please no one.
In Japan, labor reforms approved last Friday to protect temporary workers – now about one-third of the workforce – were met with criticism on both sides. Firms say they need a flexible workforce, while laborers say too many loopholes remain.
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Japan's new prime minister – can he fix the economy?
Hatoyama is thinking big on climate change and upending the bureaucracy, but offering little bold direction for ending Japan's extended economic slump. The new PM takes office Wednesday.
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Can Japan's prime minister fix the economy?
Yukio Hatoyama plans to tackle climate change and Japan's bureaucracy. He takes office Wednesday, but there's no sign of a bold new initiative for the economy.
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Japan's opposition crushes LDP in landmark victory
Exit polls on Sunday gave the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) more than 300 seats in Japan's 480-seat Diet (parliament), ending more than 54 years of nearly unbroken rule by the Liberal Democratic Party.
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Briefing: Why power may shift in Japan
Japan’s Aug. 30 elections confront Prime Minister Taro Aso’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party with the worst crisis in its history.
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Japan must shake off US-style globalization
The likely next prime minister outlines his hopes for a more Asia-focused Japan.
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In election season, Japan's voters more skeptical of 'hereditary' candidates
Amid recession woes, some politicians see an opening in a system long tipped toward political families.
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Japan's ruling party hopes Aso will restore its reputation
As a popular politician, Olympian, and fan of manga comics, Taro Aso contrasts sharply with the lackluster former prime minister, whose shoes he is likely to fill on Wednesday.
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Daunting tasks face Japan's next premier
After Fukuda, Japan is looking for a leader who can fix a flagging economy and political stagnation.
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Japan's unpopular prime minister resigns
Yasuo Fukuda's term was beset with political gridlock and economic problems.
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Terrorism & Security
Historic port call marks Japan-China thaw
The arrival of a Japanese war ship in a Chinese port and the recent announcement of a joint gas-exploration deal signal improving bilateral ties, but territorial disputes remain unresolved.
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At Tokyo meeting, China and Japan lay groundwork for better ties
Ping pong and pandas buoyed the five-day visit, but tougher issues, such as disputes over energy exploration, went unresolved.
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Chinese President Hu's visit to Japan boosts warming trend
Hu Jintao will play ping-pong and talk pandas and energy. The visit comes as strains over interpretations of history appear to be easing.
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Japan woos visitors with free tours, fine dining
Just the 30th favorite nation to visit, Japan hopes to boost tourism – and the economy.
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