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Since September 29, 2025, Asahi Group Holdings has faced a ransomware cyberattack disrupting its Japanese operations. The attack halted production at most of its 30 factories, suspended orders, shipments, and call center functions. Hacker group Qilin claims to have stolen 27GB of data. Asahi has no timeline for full recovery and postponed its earnings release scheduled for November 12.
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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi departs for Malaysia to attend ASEAN and APEC summits, plans to meet US President Trump, and emphasizes promoting the 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific' policy amid regional tensions and diplomatic sensitivities. She also refrains from visiting Yasukuni Shrine during the autumn festival to avoid diplomatic fallout.
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Former Japanese Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama, known for his historic 1995 apology for wartime actions, died at 101. His passing occurs as Sino-Japanese relations face turbulence, with recent political gestures by Japan reigniting historical tensions. Murayama's legacy of apology and reconciliation remains central to regional diplomacy.
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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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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government is set to strengthen regulations on foreign nationals, focusing on land acquisition, immigration, and tax compliance. The move aims to address public concerns over illegal activities and surges in tourism, with plans to develop a population strategy by 2026.
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Japan has announced a ¥17.7 trillion stimulus package to boost its economy amid concerns over rising spending, a weakening yen, and market volatility. The package aims to increase GDP and support consumers, but critics warn it may strain Japan’s fiscal health and push debt levels higher.
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Japan has signed the Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement with the Philippines, enhancing military cooperation amid rising regional tensions. The deal follows a reciprocal access agreement and aims to bolster joint military and disaster response efforts, reflecting Tokyo's strategic focus on countering China's influence in the region.