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China may try ‘maneuvering’ over Taiwan issue at Trump meeting, Taipei official says
U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Beijing next week.
Source: The Japan Times
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Zunda Shake vending machine lets you taste samurai culture in milkshake form
Edo-period specialty gets a modern makeover in the heart of Tokyo. If someone were to mention they’d tried a green beverage in Japan, most people might assume they’re talking about matcha. However, t
Source: SoraNews24
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Japan tackles challenges of seafloor rare earth mining, eyeing economic security
In February, Japan succeeded in a test collection of rare earth-bearing mud from a depth of 6,000 meters below sea level near the remote Japanese island of Minamitorishima.
Source: The Japan Times
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We turn to a shady Amazon Japan gadget to try to stop Tokyo crows from stealing our hangers
Man and machine versus nature. The fact that we call the items “hangers” is proof of how hard it is for us humans to imagine any use for them other than hanging clothes. And yet, despite their nudist
Source: SoraNews24
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China's Huayou Invests in African Lithium Mining
Huayou, a Chinese firm, is investing $210m in lithium mining in Ghana and Ivory Coast. This secures access to a key ingredient for electric vehicle batteries.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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S. Korea Leader: US Ties Vital
A South Korean conservative leader emphasizes the importance of US relations for national strength. Economic issues are expected to heavily influence the upcoming June elections.
Source: Nikkei Asia
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TikTok gets nod from Thailand for $26bn data center plan
Country looks to become digital technology hub for Southeast Asia
Source: Nikkei Asia
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India and Vietnam agree on defense, minerals, rare-earth ties
Narendra Modi hosts To Lam as both aim to raise trade to $25bn by 2030
Source: Nikkei Asia
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Charting Japan’s emerging wine scene
Nick Rowan has produced a comprehensive guide to Japan's wine regions and producers as global interest continues to grow.
Source: The Japan Times
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