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TOKYO -- The world's developing countries were expected to pay a record $150 billion-plus in interest on external debt in 2023 and again in 2024, according to the World Bank, raising concerns over the potential effect on the global economy.
TOKYO -- Share buybacks in Japan are running at a record pace this year as listed companies respond to pressure to use capital more efficiently.
TOKYO -- At least 50% of Japan's exports of semiconductor manufacturing equipment went to China for a third straight quarter in the three months through March, amid an apparent surge in demand for less advanced gear spurred by U.S.-led trade restrictions.
TOKYO (Reuters) -- Japan plans to stick to its goal of achieving a primary budget surplus in the next fiscal year, according to a draft of annual policy guidelines for budget planning.
TOKYO -- Japan and the U.S. concluded a series of meetings aimed at promoting defense industry cooperation in Tokyo on Tuesday in which they agreed to set up working groups on joint missile production, ship and aircraft repair, and supply chain resiliency.
TOKYO/HONG KONG -- Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee fired back on Tuesday after a British former top court judge published a stinging criticism of the erosion of judicial independence in the city.
Blockchain firm Ripple has launched a Japan and Korea fund, aimed at driving innovation on the XRP Ledger as it continues to expand its presence in Asia-Pacific.