Japan’s ‘pro-China’ PM faces WWII anniversary dilemma: apologise, or stay silent?
As conservatives urge Shigeru Ishiba to follow the late Shinzo Abe’s lead, moderates warn against alienating Japan’s ...
OPINION: Ishiba’s ‘pleasant Japan’ slogan shows disconnect with public mood
The phrase did not even come close to evoking the “conviction and sympathy” that he had hoped for. Instead, his words came ...
Japan’s Leader Is Rushing to Meet Trump. Is It Worth the Risk?
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is hoping for reassurances Friday that the alliance is still strong. But in this White House, ...
Japanese PM sought advice from Shinzo Abe’s widow ahead of Trump meeting
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is meeting Trump with two simple priorities: reaffirming the two countries' existing alliance and establishing a "personal relationship of trust." ...