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Analysis: Why Xi can't say no to Trump visit despite the Iran strikes
Economic and political woes at home limit China's criticism of the US
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Government outlines new national intelligence committee
To be chaired by the prime minister, the new committee will be responsible for countering espionage activities by foreign agents.
Source: The Japan Times
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Nearly 150 missing after Iranian warship sinks off Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's navy rescued 32 sailors but hopes were fading for 148 other sailors, the island's Foreign minister and defense officials said.
Source: The Japan Times
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Taiwan indicts 62 people linked to suspected scam center operator Prince Group
Taipei prosecutors say Taiwan was one of the locations where the group's chairman had funneled funds via shell companies, buying luxury goods, sports cars and real estate.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan's Shin-Etsu to invest $3.4bn in US for PVC materials production
Chemical giant anticipates steady demand and easing Chinese oversupply
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Japan hopes the tea leaves prove auspicious ahead of the WBC
“We’re communicating more, little by little,” Shohei Ohtani said of the Japan team at Tokyo Dome on Wednesday.
Source: The Japan Times
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Government panel on foreign buyers of land to submit proposal this summer
The panel convened as the government aims to submit a bill to tighten restrictions on land purchases by foreign nationals in the current parliamentary session.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan insurers weigh higher premiums for shipping near Iran
Tokio Marine, Sompo Japan look to keep coverage around Qatar, Kuwait while hedging risks
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Fuel anxiety spreads in Asia as Hormuz closure throttles supplies
Energy companies invoke 'force majeure' clauses, Myanmar limits vehicle operations
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Man held for splashing oil-like substance at shrine near Tokyo in 2015
Masahide Kanayama, a 63-year-old man who lived in the U.S., was brought back to Japan under the U.S.-Japan extradition treaty.
Source: The Japan Times
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