February 25, 2020
HEADLINES
Noon news
- February 25, 2020
- , All TV networks
- JMH Summary
HEADLINES
Morning news
- February 25, 2020
- , All newspapers and TV networks
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
USG sends coronavirus budget request to Congress
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK digital
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
U.S., S. Korea defense chiefs disagree on base cost
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK WORLD
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Gov’t to hold public-private meeting on nuclear disarmament
- February 23, 2020
- , Yomiuri , p. 4
- JMH Translation
INTERNATIONAL
Japan presses claim to S. Korea-held islets at annual event
- February 22, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 6:27 p.m.
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Editorial: Continue to raise awareness of Japan’s sovereignty over Takeshima islands
- February 23, 2020
- , The Japan News , 2:25 p.m.
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Editorial: Not the time for China to take provocative acts around the Senkakus Islands
- February 22, 2020
- , Japan Forward , 2:08 p.m.
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Japan, Australia may agree on status of forces pact in June
- February 23, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 3:57 p.m.
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Evan Lysacek revels in power of sports to connect people
- February 21, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
INTERNATIONAL
Tokyo and Beijing are both committed to realizing Xi’s visit to Japan
- February 24, 2020
- , Sankei, All national papers
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
North Korea reportedly seeks suspension of U.S.-ROK training
- February 22, 2020
- , Asahi
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
Japan, ROK to discuss export controls
- February 22, 2020
- , All national papers
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
Russian moves to amend constitution could affect territorial talks with Japan
- February 22, 2020
- , Nikkei
- JMH Summary
INTERNATIONAL
U.S., Japan alarmed by steady increase in number of Chinese-led UN agencies
- February 23, 2020
- , Yomiuri
- JMH Summary
ECONOMY
Gov’t OKs bill to secure electricity in times of disaster
- February 25, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 2:12 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Japan’s casino bribery scandal deals Abe a tough hand
- February 25, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review
- English Press
ECONOMY
Atlantic City blues or Macao boom: Casino lessons for Japan
- February 23, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 6:00 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Toyota restarts final Chinese plant shut by virus outbreak
- February 25, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 0:47 a.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
US pushes Japan Inc. to pay taxes on IP profit from America
- February 22, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 4:37 a.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Gist of communique released by G-20 finance leaders
- February 24, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 4:28 a.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Japan MOF, FSA, BOJ meet on digital currency
- February 22, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 3:20 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Ministry to support preparations for 5G in remote areas
- February 24, 2020
- , The Japan News , 4:22 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Editorial: As China leads on 5G, Europe must vigilantly monitor network security
- February 22, 2020
- , The Japan News , 5:32 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Editorial: Tackle issues thwarting spread of offshore wind power generation
- February 24, 2020
- , The Japan News , 2;57 p.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Japan to strengthen countermeasures against African swine fever
- February 25, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 11:53 a.m.
- English Press
ECONOMY
Editorial: New law vital to stop wagyu genetic resources from being taken overseas
- February 23, 2020
- , The Japan News , 2:01 p.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
Okinawa governor reiterates resolve to prevent construction of “new base” at Henoko
- February 24, 2020
- , Okinawa Times
- JMH Summary
SECURITY
Japan, Australia may agree on status of forces pact in June
- February 23, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 3:57 p.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
Senator Schumer expresses views on base construction in Henoko
- February 25, 2020
- , Okinawa Times , p. 2
- JMH Translation
SECURITY
DM Kono says he “blocks malicious slander” on Twitter
- February 22, 2020
- , Mainichi , p. 5
- JMH Translation
SECURITY
Analysis: Govt should reduce cost of defense equipment by reviewing FMS operation
- February 24, 2020
- , The Japan News , 9:10 a.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
Okinawa bases gain unwanted attention as no-risk real estate
- February 23, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 7:04 a.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
Third Point leads criticism of Japan’s foreign investment law
- February 25, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 1:28 a.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
MOFA to step up research in new domains of economic security
- February 24, 2020
- , Yomiuri , p. 4
- JMH Translation
SECURITY
Int’l group agrees to control military software exports
- February 23, 2020
- , The Japan Times , 9:36 p.m.
- English Press
SECURITY
Asahi corrects article claiming U.S. asked for fivefold increase in Japan’s HNS
- February 22, 2020
- , Asahi
- JMH Summary
SECURITY
SDF vessel to begin patrol operations in Middle East this week
- February 22, 2020
- , Yomiuri
- JMH Summary
SECURITY
Concern emerges about SDF’s military readiness due to involvement in disaster response
- February 22, 2020
- , Nikkei, Sankei
- JMH Summary
SECURITY
MOD considering using glide bombs for operations against aircraft carriers
- February 25, 2020
- , Mainichi
- JMH Summary
POLITICS
GOJ decides to postpone funeral for Prime Minister Nakasone
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK digital
- JMH Summary
POLITICS
Cartoon: Anxiety under the cherry tree
- February 22, 2020
- , Asahi , p. 12
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
Prime minister’s schedule on Feb. 24, 2020
- February 25, 2020
- , Sankei , p. 5
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
Prime minister’s schedule on Feb. 23, 2020
- February 24, 2020
- , Sankei , p. 5
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
Prime minister’s schedule on Feb. 22, 2020
- February 23, 2020
- , Sankei , p. 6
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
Prime minister’s schedule on Feb. 21, 2020
- February 22, 2020
- , Sankei , p. 5
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
Highlights of Japan-related events scheduled for Feb. 24-March 1
- February 23, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 12:03 p.m.
- English Press
POLITICS
Fukushima elected SDP leader again
- February 22, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 9:21
- English Press
POLITICS
CDPJ paying more attention to JCP
- February 21, 2020
- , Yomiuri , p. 4
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
DPFP underscores its moderate reformist stance ahead of next Lower House election
- February 23, 2020
- , Tokyo Shimbun , p. 2
- JMH Translation
POLITICS
How the U.S. election will impact Japanese politics
- February 21, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
POLITICS
Justice Ministry eyes prosecutor retirement age hike to 65
- February 22, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 4:03 p.m.
- English Press
POLITICS
The Japanese Communist Party’s quest to unify a shattered opposition
- February 23, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
OPINION POLLS
Public support for Abe cabinet divided, Nikkei poll
- February 24, 2020
- , Nikkei , p. 1
- JMH Translation
OPINION POLLS
Ishiba remains top pick for next prime minister, Nikkei poll
- February 24, 2020
- , Nikkei , p. 2
- JMH Translation
OPINION POLLS
94% say coronavirus will have adverse impact on Japanese economy, Nikkei poll
- February 24, 2020
- , Nikkei , p. 2
- JMH Translation
OPINION POLLS
Public support for Abe cabinet divided
- February 24, 2020
- , Nikkei, Sankei
- JMH Summary
SCIENCE
28 people disembarked from Diamond Princess developed fever
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK, TBS
- JMH Summary
SCIENCE
CDC raises travel alert for South Korea to level 3
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK
- JMH Summary
SCIENCE
12 telecom, aerospace firms tie up on flying telecommunication bases
- February 22, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 8:18 a.m.
- English Press
SCIENCE
Gov’t to tentatively adopt quantum cryptography communications system in field of security
- February 13, 2020
- , Yomiuri evening edition , Lead story
- JMH Translation
SCIENCE
Young climate leaders gather in Tokyo for inaugural Climate Crisis Youth Summit
- February 24, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
SCIENCE
Japan’s top scientists call for maximum efforts to curb spread of coronavirus
- February 25, 2020
- , All national papers
- JMH Summary
SCIENCE
Thirteen COVID-19 cases confirmed on Monday
- February 25, 2020
- , All national papers
- JMH Summary
SCIENCE
Calls mounting for procuring “hospital ship”
- February 25, 2020
- , Nikkei
- JMH Summary
SOCIETY
Not to hesitate to act on global stock sell-off: Suga
- February 25, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 12:18 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Railway firms asked to encourage staggered commuting
- February 25, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 1:35 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
GOJ decides on basic policy for combating spread of new coronavirus
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK
- JMH Summary
SOCIETY
GOJ response to coronavirus outbreak criticized as insufficient
- February 25, 2020
- , NTV, TBS, Fuji TV, TV Asahi
- JMH Summary
SOCIETY
Suga encourages government employees to telework
- February 25, 2020
- , NHK
- JMH Summary
SOCIETY
Japan starts using antiflu drug avigan for coronavirus
- February 23, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 10:12 a.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Japan wants International rules on disease outbreaks on cruise ships
- February 21, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 9:16 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
SDF on Diamond Princess get more protection after ‘chaos’ claim in video
- February 21, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
SOCIETY
Canceled cruise ship stops in Japan to incur huge economic losses
- February 22, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 4:18 a.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
ANA flies temporary cargo flights to Shanghai
- February 25, 2020
- , Asahi , p. 5
- JMH Translation
SOCIETY
From trains to baths, Japan’s companies slash earnings outlook
- February 23, 2020
- , Nikkei Asian Review , 1:18 a.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
JR Tokai logs 8% drop in Shinkansen passengers
- February 21, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 12:21 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
FOCUS: Japan’s yen may lose status as “safe-haven asset” amid virus spread
- February 21, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 7:12 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Free medical advice app offered for coronavirus in Japan
- February 23, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 4:47 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Editorial: Efforts needed to minimize impact of coronavirus outbreak on people’s lives
- February 22, 2020
- , The Mainichi
- English Press
SOCIETY
Japan to see 1st biz failure from new coronavirus outbreak
- February 25, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 2:28 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Coronavirus outbreak highlights need for independent CDC-style body in Japan
- February 24, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
SOCIETY
Japan receiving numerous virus inquiries from foreigners
- February 22, 2020
- , Jiji Press , 7:42 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Coronavirus hits schools in Japan during graduation season
- February 25, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 1:42 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Soccer: South Africa cancels Japan U-23 friendly over virus concerns
- February 23, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 8:33 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Editorial: No short cuts when it comes to safeguarding against infection
- February 22, 2020
- , The Asahi Shimbun , 1:27 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Gov’t to call for international rules to overcome shortcomings of flag ship principle
- February 21, 2020
- , Nikkei , p. 4
- JMH Translation
SOCIETY
Editorial: Japanese gov’t probe into coronavirus spread on cruise ship crucial
- February 21, 2020
- , The Mainichi
- English Press
SOCIETY
Fewer than 40 pct want to see Olympics, Paralympics at venues, Jiji Press poll
- February 22, 2020
- , Jiji Press
- English Press
SOCIETY
Foreign diplomats experience sake making in Japan in Olympics year
- February 24, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 10:33 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
Emperor thanks public for support, pledges to serve symbolic role
- February 23, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 5:52 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
In first birthday address, Emperor Naruhito vows to work with public on Japan’s social challenges
- February 23, 2020
- , The Japan Times
- English Press
SOCIETY
Peruvian man sues state over assault while detained in Osaka
- February 20, 2020
- , Kyodo News , 3:48 p.m.
- English Press
SOCIETY
NPA to widen multilingual exams for driver’s licenses
- February 22, 2020
- , The Japan News , 12:35 p.m.
- English Press
