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Japan marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki with ceremonies emphasizing peace and reconciliation. The events included visits by the imperial couple, peace messages from youth, and memorials honoring victims, highlighting ongoing efforts for peace and remembrance.
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Yoshihide Suga's successor, Takaichi, 64, is Japan’s first female leader, promising a rightward shift with a focus on security, economic growth, and conservative social policies. Her election follows a turbulent political landscape, including a weakened LDP and regional security concerns, with her leadership likely to influence Japan’s domestic and foreign policies.
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Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi embarks on her first international trip, including meetings with U.S. President Trump and regional leaders. She faces economic challenges, regional security issues, and complex relations with China, amid her conservative stance and upcoming summits in South Korea and Kuala Lumpur.
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US President Donald Trump is in Southeast Asia for a series of summits, including ASEAN and APEC, aiming to boost economic ties, oversee a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, and meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. The trip highlights US-China rivalry and regional security concerns.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has announced her intention to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his efforts in brokering ceasefires and peace agreements. The move follows praise from US and Japanese officials, amid mixed domestic reactions and ongoing regional tensions.
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As of late October 2025, President Donald Trump, currently serving his second term, has publicly expressed interest in running for a third term in 2028, despite the constitutional prohibition under the 22nd Amendment. Trump dismissed the idea of circumventing term limits by running as vice president, but left open the possibility of legal challenges. House Speaker Mike Johnson and constitutional experts affirm the constitutional barriers remain firm.