Sanae Takaichi. Remember that name. Dubbed the “Iron Lady”, Takaichi’s first official visit to Australia as Prime Minister is ...

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Japan’s first female prime minister will meet the PM on Monday after her hawkish stance on China proved electorally popular.

Long-pacifist Japan has shed its self-imposed ban on lethal weaponry exports, gunning for a prominent place in the global ...

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Amid calls for Australia to seek to lease submarines from Japan, Penny Wong insisted the government was committed to AUKUS.

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Well, can I say that it is an honour to welcome Sanae to Australia, as we mark a truly special milestone. 50 years since our countries signed the ...

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As Japan expands its defence posture with the backing of major allies, its leaders seek to portray Beijing’s objections as an overreaction.