Pompeo makes another call for maritime mission

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has reiterated his call for a maritime security mission in the Strait of Hormuz aimed at keeping a check on Iran.
Paralympic ticket applications to begin Thursday
The organizers of next year's Tokyo Paralympics will begin accepting online applications for tickets on Thursday.
Japan, China, S.Korea confirm close cooperation
The top diplomats of Japan, China and South Korea have had a three-way meeting for the first time in three years and confirmed they will work closely over North Korea.
White House OKs fighter-jet sale to Taiwan
The administration of US President Donald Trump has formally decided to sell F-16 fighter jets to Taiwan.
Japan posts trade deficit first time in 2 months
Japan has posted a trade deficit for the first time in two months, as exports to China fell amid its trade dispute with the US.
More than 2,300 tigers killed and trafficked this century: report
More than 2,300 endangered tigers have been killed and illegally trafficked since the turn of the century, according to a report published Tuesday, urging more action to protect the giant cats.
Caution urged for Japanese expats in Hong Kong
An official from Japan's Consulate General in Hong Kong has urged Japanese firms in the region to be alert to ongoing protests against a controversial extradition bill.