Tokyo is pursuing security co-operation across Asia-Pacific region, says Shinjiro Koizumi
Chinese president became heated when criticising US ally for its increased defence spending
Sanae Takaichi and Lee Jae Myung have proven pragmatic in office as they pursue warmer ties
Probe into Nidec finds hard-charging culture pushed executives to inflate profits by $1bn over multiple years
The current surge plays to the country’s industrial strengths
Demand for AI stocks powers tech giant’s shares as it takes top spot by market capitalisation
