AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDefense & Security: Japan says its Global Hawk surveillance drone crashed after losing communication off Tottori, with debris found and recovery efforts continuing. Economy & Markets: The Bank of Japan is set to lift rates to a 31-year high, as inflation risks tied to energy costs keep pressure on borrowing costs. Politics: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet reshuffle is expected to keep key ministers, including finance chief Satsuki Katayama, to support policy continuity amid jittery markets. Diplomacy: Zelensky has invited Japan’s PM to Kyiv, putting Tokyo in a delicate spot as it tries to back Ukraine without further antagonizing Russia. Aging Japan: Japan’s centenarian count has topped 100,000 for the first time, reaching 107,677, with women making up about 88%. Trade: Japan’s August trade deficit widened to 1.105 trillion yen as import costs surged. Tech & Business: SoftBank and Bain-backed moves raise the stakes in Kakaku.com’s takeover talks, while Amazon Music expands video podcasts into Japan. Culture & Society: A virtual zoo program is helping hospitalised children in Japan feel less isolated during long treatment stays.
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