Japan/China

China court sentences man to death over Japanese school bus stabbings The Mainichi22:13Shanghai China Japan

Chinese court sentences man to death over knife attack at a Japanese school bus stop The Washington Times19:27Shanghai China Japan

China’s relations with U.S. partners improving as Trump brings more unilateralist approach to White House PBS Online20:04India/China India Australia

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's first meeting is with Quad leaders; Jaishankar calls it 'a clear message' The Week09:27India/China India Australia

Seawater near Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant shows no negative impact on marine life: China Anadolu Agency15:28Japan China Alternative Energy

No abnormalities in water samples taken near Fukushima plant: China The Mainichi14:14Japan China Alternative Energy

Korea, Japan, China in talks to hold foreign ministers' meeting in March: report The Korea Times12:46Japan/South Korea China Japan

S. Korea, Japan, China in talks to hold foreign ministers' meeting in March: report The Korea Herald11:02Japan/South Korea China Japan

Japan conveys serious concerns during rare visit by Chinese military delegation The Japan Times02:29China Military Japan China

Chinese military delegation to make rare visit to Japan, experts see pre-Trump prep Breaking Defense21:19China Military Japan China

Japan, Philippines vow to boost security ties over China concern Channel NewsAsia08:59Philippines Japan China

Japan 'gravely concerned' about maritime tensions escalating, foreign minister says Voice of America09:32Philippines Japan China

Here’s how a second Trump presidency could impact U.S. relationships with China and Japan The Stanford Daily08:06California

Chinese Premier Li welcomes visit by Ishiba to China: lawmaker The Mainichi11:34Beijing Japan China

Chinese Premier Li calls for joint efforts to deepen ties with Japan Anadolu Agency08:50Beijing Japan China

LDP executive urges China to resume fishery imports from Japan The Japan Times07:01China Japan China Politics

LDP lawmakers slam easing of visa rules for Chinese visitors Jiji Press13:30China Japan China Politics

‘Entirely false’: US Forces Korea refutes claim it captured Chinese spies at election watchdog The Hankyoreh08:43World Conflicts US/China China Politics

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Earlier today

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In the last 4 hours

China court sentences man to death over Japanese school bus stabbings The Mainichi22:13 23-Jan-25

Chinese court sentences man to death over knife attack at Japanese school bus stop Japan Today21:47 23-Jan-25

In the last 6 hours

Chinese court sentences man to death over knife attack at a Japanese school bus stop The Washington Times19:27 23-Jan-25

Yesterday

Chinese court sentences man to death over knife attack outside Japanese school Irish Examiner15:29 23-Jan-25

Seawater near Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant shows no negative impact on marine life: China Anadolu Agency15:28 23-Jan-25

No abnormalities in water samples taken near Fukushima plant: China The Mainichi14:14 23-Jan-25

Chinese man gets death sentence in deadly knife attack that injured two Japanese nationals UPI14:09 23-Jan-25

Man Sentenced to Death over Attack on Japanese in China Jiji Press11:29 23-Jan-25

China sentences man to death over Japanese school bus attack The Japan Times09:00 23-Jan-25

Don't be fooled by the calm before Trump's trade storm with China Nikkei Asian Review08:08 23-Jan-25

Here’s how a second Trump presidency could impact U.S. relationships with China and Japan The Stanford Daily08:06 23-Jan-25

China court sentences man to death over school bus stabbings: Japan Nikkei Asian Review08:03 23-Jan-25

Discussions under way to schedule FM meeting of Korea, China, Japan: Seoul The Korea Times07:33 23-Jan-25

No Abnormalities in Seawater off Fukushima: China Newspaper Jiji Press04:11 23-Jan-25

PH in priority list for more Japanese military aid, says Tokyo official GMA News01:46 23-Jan-25

China extends anti-dumping duties on Japanese, Indian ODCB for 5 years Xinhua Agency00:33 23-Jan-25

In the last 7 days

China’s relations with U.S. partners improving as Trump brings more unilateralist approach to White House PBS Online20:04 22-Jan-25

Japan to vet investments by firms under China state influence Nikkei Asian Review13:43 22-Jan-25

Korea, Japan, China in talks to hold foreign ministers' meeting in March: report The Korea Times12:46 22-Jan-25

S. Korea, Japan, China in talks to hold foreign ministers' meeting in March: report The Korea Herald11:02 22-Jan-25

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's first meeting is with Quad leaders; Jaishankar calls it 'a clear message' The Week09:27 22-Jan-25

China Focus: From wasabi to wabi-sabi, Chinese tourists are seeking more diverse, aesthetic experiences in Japan Xinhua Agency08:37 22-Jan-25

Hong Kong's rule of law has been derailed Nikkei Asian Review08:07 22-Jan-25

China and US partners are moving closer as Trump returns to the White House ABC News07:56 22-Jan-25

China moving closer to Japan, India, other U.S. allies as Trump returns to White House Japan Today07:43 22-Jan-25

Quad foreign ministers focus on China, need for united front Asahi Shimbun06:07 22-Jan-25

Quad foreign ministers meet in Washington in signal of Trump's China focus AsiaOne05:33 22-Jan-25

Quad foreign ministers meet in Washington in signal of Donald Trump's China focus The Telegraph, Calcutta04:39 22-Jan-25

In veiled message to China, Quad leaders vow to oppose ‘actions that seek to change status quo by force or coercion’ Indian Express04:15 22-Jan-25

Marco Rubio, on first day, with Quad partners warns China over actions at sea Hindustan Times01:19 22-Jan-25

Rubio kicks off Trump admin's foreign policy with 'Quad' meeting TRT World21:57 21-Jan-25

China fighting to keep trade dominance Taipei Times15:47 21-Jan-25

LDP Lawmakers Slam Easing of Visa Rules for Chinese Visitors Jiji Press13:30 21-Jan-25

"Quad" joint coast guards' training will only disrupt Asia-Pacific China Military10:42 21-Jan-25

Activists in Japan demand urgent action as detained Uyghurs in Thailand face deportation risk AniNews.in10:06 21-Jan-25

‘Entirely false’: US Forces Korea refutes claim it captured Chinese spies at election watchdog The Hankyoreh08:43 21-Jan-25

No Man of Steel The National Interest05:15 21-Jan-25

China’s call for deeper Japan trade ties may clear way for seafood imports to resume South China Morning Post13:01 18-Jan-25

Chinese Buyer of Okinawa Island to Make Visit in Summer Jiji Press10:08 18-Jan-25

Best photos of January 18: Cold water endurance in Japan to China National Acrobatic Troupe in Monaco The National09:36 18-Jan-25

Sentence Set for Thurs. in Attack on Japanese in China Jiji Press07:55 18-Jan-25

China, Japan agree to keep talks on beef import resumption The Mainichi06:54 18-Jan-25

China court to sentence man over Japanese school bus stabbings The Japan Times06:34 18-Jan-25

China court to sentence man Thurs. over Japanese school bus stabbings The Mainichi05:33 18-Jan-25

Japan conveys serious concerns during rare visit by Chinese military delegation The Japan Times02:29 18-Jan-25

Trump, Chinese leader Xi talk about trade, fentanyl, TikTok The Korea Times01:29 18-Jan-25

Corporate Japan faces Trump risks after pivot from China to U.S. Nikkei Asian Review17:12 17-Jan-25

Japan Conveys Serious Concern to Chinese Military Delegation Jiji Press12:01 17-Jan-25

Strategic Alliance Between US and Japan JASSM-ER Missiles to Counter China and North Korea Army Recognition10:00 17-Jan-25

Japan establishes diplomatic mission to NATO as ties to Russia, China deteriorate bne IntelliNews09:29 17-Jan-25

Minitrue Plus Five: January 16, 2020 – U.S. Trade Deal, Sun Wenbin Trial, Japanese Communist… China Digital Times08:02 17-Jan-25

A moment of opportunity for Japan-China relations The Japan Times07:52 17-Jan-25

Japan formally inaugurates independent mission to NATO euronews05:03 17-Jan-25

In the last month

Japan launches independent mission to NATO Japan Today22:01 16-Jan-25

US, Korea, Japan Fly Together as Chinese Delegations Visits Japan Air and Space Force Magazine21:23 16-Jan-25

Boost South Korea, Japan ties to cut reliance on China: Gtri The Economic Times19:47 16-Jan-25

Say it isn’t so DFS Marianas Variety16:19 16-Jan-25

China reaches out to US allies ahead of Trump’s inauguration Voice of America16:02 16-Jan-25

What Next for Japan’s Relations With China? The Diplomat15:49 16-Jan-25

CRG Weekly: Sanctions and UK-Japan defence deal China Research Group Weekly13:57 16-Jan-25

China, tariffs, and Trump 2.0 Brookings Institution13:02 16-Jan-25

Japan Launches Independent Mission to NATO as Tensions With Russia, China And North Korea Rise Jakarta Globe12:29 16-Jan-25

Trump’s return as US President looms over thawing of Japan-China ties The Straits Times12:00 16-Jan-25

China slaps provisional duties on U.S., EU, Japan, Taiwan industrial plastics Nikkei Asian Review11:21 16-Jan-25

Japan ‘Gravely Concerned’ About South China Sea Tensions, FM Says The Diplomat05:29 16-Jan-25

EU, NATO forge closer ties with East Asia as Russia, China threaten The Strategist22:10 15-Jan-25

Chinese military delegation to make rare visit to Japan, experts see pre-Trump prep Breaking Defense21:19 15-Jan-25

Japan to raise South China Sea issue with new Trump administration BenarNews19:56 15-Jan-25

Premier Li Says China Welcomes Visit by Ishiba Jiji Press14:19 15-Jan-25

Chinese premier meets delegation of Japan's ruling coalition Xinhua Agency12:37 15-Jan-25

Chinese Premier Li welcomes visit by Ishiba to China: lawmaker The Mainichi11:34 15-Jan-25

Japan 'gravely concerned' about maritime tensions escalating, foreign minister says Voice of America09:32 15-Jan-25

Import of poultry meat and products from areas in Japan and UK suspended The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)09:26 15-Jan-25

About 40% of China execs expect better U.S. relations on Trump's return: poll Nikkei Asian Review09:20 15-Jan-25

U.S., Japan, China reaffirm support for Korea following Yoon's arrest Korea JoongAng Daily09:12 15-Jan-25

Japan, Philippines vow to boost security ties over China concern Channel NewsAsia08:59 15-Jan-25

Editorial: Japan PM's visit to Indonesia, Malaysia a chance to boost mutual interests The Mainichi08:52 15-Jan-25

Chinese Premier Li calls for joint efforts to deepen ties with Japan Anadolu Agency08:50 15-Jan-25

‘Crucial’ time to improve China-Japan relations, Wang Yi tells Tokyo delegation South China Morning Post08:34 15-Jan-25

Japan calls for easing of tensions amid China's actions in Scs GMA News08:21 15-Jan-25

Japan Party Execs, China Premier Agree to Seek Stable Ties Jiji Press07:29 15-Jan-25

Japanese party executives, Chinese premier agree to seek stable ties The Japan Times07:19 15-Jan-25

Japan foreign minister 'gravely concerned' about maritime tensions escalating The Straits Times06:27 15-Jan-25

Top Chinese diplomat meets delegation from Japan's ruling coalition Xinhua Agency21:33 14-Jan-25

The US, South Korea and Japan should work together on regional challenges The Strategist19:07 14-Jan-25

China and Japan eye rapprochement on eve of Trump's 2nd term Nikkei Asian Review17:38 14-Jan-25

Japan hosts PRC military delegation in rare visit Taipei Times15:44 14-Jan-25

Chinese, Japanese ruling parties agree to maintain close communication Xinhua Agency15:16 14-Jan-25

China's top political advisor meets Japan's ruling coalition delegation Xinhua Agency14:25 14-Jan-25

Japan Plans to Acquire Kamikaze Drones to Strengthen Its Position in East China Sea Army Recognition11:50 14-Jan-25

How to protect US–Japan economic cooperation under Trump 2.0 East Asia Forum11:03 14-Jan-25

China Focus: China welcomes influx of Japanese tourists following visa-free policy Xinhua Agency10:31 14-Jan-25

Japan urges China to lift seafood import ban Anadolu Agency09:35 14-Jan-25

LDP Exec Urges China to Resume Fishery Imports from Japan Jiji Press08:34 14-Jan-25

Ruling parties of China, Japan call for enhanced inter-party exchanges Xinhua Agency08:19 14-Jan-25

China seizes opportunities amid Ishiba’s weak leadership The Japan Times07:31 14-Jan-25

LDP executive urges China to resume fishery imports from Japan The Japan Times07:01 14-Jan-25

Japan hosts Chinese military delegation in rare visit TRT World05:09 14-Jan-25

Japan ruling party lawmaker urges China to lift seafood import ban The Mainichi05:08 14-Jan-25

Japan’s New PM Bolsters Tokyo-Southeast Asia Ties Amid China Tensions, Trump’s Return – Analysis Eurasia Review01:04 14-Jan-25

Japan’s new PM bolsters Tokyo-Southeast Asia ties amid China tensions, Trump’s return BenarNews19:24 13-Jan-25

China threat galvanizes Japan military Taipei Times15:48 13-Jan-25

Senior CPC official meets Japan's ruling coalition delegation Xinhua Agency15:02 13-Jan-25

Scholars reveal Japan's germ-warfare activities in Southeast Asia Xinhua Agency14:11 13-Jan-25

Japan ruling lawmakers' group starts 3-day visit to China The Mainichi12:18 13-Jan-25

The question isn't if China will turn on Russia, but when The Kyiv Independent10:58 13-Jan-25

Malaysia clamps anti-dumping duties on iron, steel from 4 nations Nikkei Asian Review10:30 13-Jan-25

Chinese military delegation to visit Japan in bid to mend strained ties South China Morning Post10:18 13-Jan-25

U.S., Japan, Philippines to deepen ties in East, South China seas Nikkei Asian Review08:04 13-Jan-25

Foreign journalists express ‘regret’ over PPP’s false claim that Lee Jae-myung held ‘secret meeting’ with Chinese press The Hankyoreh07:58 13-Jan-25

A new era is dawning in Japan-U.S. relations GIS Reports07:07 13-Jan-25

Chinese military delegation to visit Japan Xinhua Agency06:54 13-Jan-25

US, Japanese, Philippine leaders discussed China's behaviour in South China Sea, White House says AsiaOne05:52 13-Jan-25

Japan, U.S., Philippine Leaders Commit to Continuing Security Cooperation Jiji Press05:52 13-Jan-25

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Latest news on Japan/China, covering diplomatic relations, trade partnerships, regional tensions, maritime disputes, economic cooperation and Asia-Pacific security updates.

The relationship between Japan and China, Asia's two largest economies with a combined GDP of over $27 trillion, represents one of the world's most significant bilateral partnerships. Despite their economic interdependence, with annual trade exceeding $370 billion, relations between Tokyo and Beijing remain complex, shaped by historical tensions, territorial disputes, and strategic competition.

Current developments in Japan-China relations centre on several key issues: ongoing discussions over the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands in the East China Sea, concerns about regional military activities, and efforts to maintain economic cooperation despite geopolitical tensions. Both nations continue to engage in diplomatic dialogue while carefully managing areas of disagreement, particularly regarding security matters in the Indo-Pacific region.

Beyond the headlines, cultural exchange between Japan and China continues to flourish through tourism, academic partnerships, and popular culture. Japanese anime and manga maintain significant popularity in China, while Chinese tourism to Japan has rebounded strongly. Cities like Osaka and Shanghai host regular cultural festivals celebrating the two nations' shared heritage, while student exchange programmes foster understanding between younger generations.

The historical relationship between these two nations spans over two millennia, marked by periods of intense cultural exchange, particularly during the Tang Dynasty (618-907), when Japan actively adopted Chinese writing systems, Buddhism, and governmental structures. However, the relationship has also experienced significant challenges, particularly during the first half of the 20th century, leading to lasting impacts on diplomatic relations.

Our NewsNow feed provides comprehensive coverage of Japan-China relations, drawing from trusted Japanese, Chinese, and international news sources. Whether you're interested in diplomatic developments, economic partnerships, cultural exchanges, or regional security matters, our regularly updated feed ensures you stay informed about this crucial bilateral relationship that shapes the future of Asia and global affairs.

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