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Japan plans industry clusters in 10 regions
The draft plan names the Tohoku region a green transformation center candidate, citing the presence of many nuclear and renewable-energy power sources.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan's Nidec to end China JV as it scales back EV drive parts
The motor maker pivots to restructuring, abandons founder-led expansion effort
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Thailand's Q1 GDP growth picks up, bucking trend among ASEAN peers
Robust exports and investment offset early impact of Iran war
Source: Nikkei Asia
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China's retail sales grow at slowest pace since COVID pandemic
As Beijing struggles to rev up demand, US touts purchase pledges from Trump-Xi summit
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Trump filing reveals stake in sushi chain alongside Big Tech
Trump bought shares of Kura Sushi USA on Feb. 2 with the transaction size in a range of around $1 million to $5 million, according to his latest financial disclosure.
Source: The Japan Times
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Trump’s troop drawdown in Germany is a warning shot
The withdrawal of U.S. forces from Germany sparks strategic questions for Europe and Asia.
Source: The Japan Times
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Japan considers compiling supplementary budget to fight fuel costs
Summer's high electricity and gas bills concern Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Nikkei to solicit feedback, finalize overhaul of Nikkei 225 rules
Revisions aim to better reflect industry shifts, with addition of information and communications sector
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Largest plant for converting coal to key chemical to be built in Xinjiang
Hengyi Petrochemical cites national security in seeking supply stability amid Iran oil worries
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Who owns the AI boom? South Korea begins to ask
A presidential adviser's 'people's dividend' idea exposes anxieties over concentrated wealth
Source: Nikkei Asia
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