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What is behind Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s visit to Japan?

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s visit to Japan is being closely watched because it reflects the rapidly evolving strategic environment in Asia, particularly amid growing concerns over China’s expanding military and geopolitical influence.

12 May 2026-04:13
Alphabet plans first yen bond sale for AI expansion

Alphabet is preparing to launch its first-ever Japanese yen-denominated bond sale as major technology companies increasingly tap global debt markets to finance massive artificial intelligence investments.

11 May 2026-16:12
Nintendo shares fall as price hikes and game gap worry market

Nintendo’s shares dropped sharply in Tokyo on Monday after the company raised prices for its upcoming Switch 2 console and failed to fully convince investors about its near-term game lineup, raising concerns about momentum in its core gaming business.

11 May 2026-13:37
Japan’s Nikkei retreats from a record high as war drags on

Japan’s Nikkei share has retreated after a record high early on Monday and ended lower, as the Middle East crisis outweighed optimism over corporate earnings and technology investment.

11 May 2026-12:35
Japan strengthens Asia’s anti-China contour: Why Marcos is heading to Tokyo

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan, scheduled for 26–29 May 2026, is not just another episode of bilateral diplomacy.

11 May 2026-10:35
Nintendo raises Switch 2 price amid chip crunch concerns

08 May 2026-14:59
Japan’s ammonia plan raises concerns over Indonesia’s coal dependence

Japan’s push to promote ammonia co-firing technology in Indonesia is raising concerns that the strategy could prolong the country’s dependence on coal instead of accelerating a transition to cleaner energy, according to reports.

08 May 2026-14:35
Tokyo stocks slip after record Nikkei rally triggers profit-taking

08 May 2026-12:57
Sony, TSMC partner on advanced image sensor development

08 May 2026-12:42
Japan reports first fatal bear attack of 2026

08 May 2026-11:56