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Asia virus latest: Japan lifts emergency, Thailand seeks cheap vaccine
AFP, Published on 25/05/2020
» Here are the latest developments in Asia related to the coronavirus pandemic:
Japan restarts second reactor despite opposition
AFP, Published on 15/10/2015
» TOKYO - Japan on Thursday restarted a second nuclear reactor after a shutdown triggered by the 2011 Fukushima crisis, as the government pushes to return to a cheaper energy source despite widespread public opposition.
Japan back on nuclear power 4 years after Fukushima
AFP, Published on 11/08/2015
» TOKYO - Japan on Tuesday switched on a nuclear reactor, officials said, ending a two-year shutdown in the energy-hungry country that was sparked by public fears following the 2011 Fukushima crisis, the worst atomic disaster in a generation.
Japan woos Mekong leaders in battle with China for influence
AFP, Published on 03/07/2015
» Japan rolled out the red carpet Friday for the leaders of Thailand and other "Mekong Five" countries as it pushes infrastructure exports and courts influence in a region where rival China has an increasing presence.
China lights the way to Apec fashion show
AFP, Published on 10/11/2014
» Beijing rolled out a gleaming red carpet for Asia-Pacific leaders garbed in sleek, high-collared Chinese tunics as it kicked off a regional summit in spectacular fashion on Monday.