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Japan-UAE talks

Japan-UAE talks

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (R) holds talks with United Arab Emirates Industry and Advanced Technology Minister Sultan Al Jaber in Tokyo on March 5, 2026.

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Japan-UAE talks

Japan-UAE talks

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (far R) holds talks with United Arab Emirates Industry and Advanced Technology Minister Sultan Al Jaber (3rd from L) in Tokyo on March 5, 2026.

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Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iranian Ambassador to Japan Peiman Seadat holds a press conference in Tokyo on March 3, 2026, amid an escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iranian Ambassador to Japan Peiman Seadat holds a press conference in Tokyo on March 3, 2026, amid an escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iran envoy to Japan meets press

Iranian Ambassador to Japan Peiman Seadat holds a press conference in Tokyo on March 3, 2026, amid an escalating conflict in the Middle East.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on March 2, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on March 2, 2026.

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Rapidus CEO Koike

Rapidus CEO Koike

Japanese chip venture Rapidus Corp. CEO Atsuyoshi Koike holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 27, 2026, to announce that it has received 267.6 billion yen ($1.7 billion) of investment from the public and private sectors.

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Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank holds press conference for leadership transition. The photo shows, from left, Kazuhiro Chida, incoming President and Representative Director (currently Managing Executive Officer), and Shoichi Iwanaga, incoming Chairman of the Board (currently President and Representative Director).=February 27,2026,Tokyo

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Rapidus Press Conference Regarding Fundraising Implementation

Rapidus Press Conference Regarding Fundraising Implementation

Rapidus Holds Press Conference on Fundraising. The photo shows President Atsuyoshi Koike.=February 27,2026,Tokyo

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Rapidus Press Conference Regarding Fundraising Implementation

Rapidus Press Conference Regarding Fundraising Implementation

Rapidus holds press conference regarding funding. The photo shows President Atsuyoshi Koike and Chief Financial Officer Atsuko Murakami, from left.=February 27,2026,Tokyo

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Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank holds press conference for leadership transition. The photo shows, from left, Kazuhiro Chida, incoming President and Representative Director (currently Managing Executive Officer), and Shoichi Iwanaga, incoming Chairman of the Board (currently President and Representative Director).=February 27,2026,Tokyo

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Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank President Change Press Conference

Resona Bank holds press conference for president transition. The photo shows Kazuhiro Chida, incoming President and Representative Director (currently Managing Executive Officer).=February 27,2026,Tokyo

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Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

OSAKA, Japan, Feb. 19 Kyodo - University of Osaka professor Yoshiki Sawa holds a press conference in Osaka on Feb. 19, 2026, after Japan's health ministry panel approved the commercialization of two regenerative medicine products prepared from iPS cells, the first of their kind in the world. One of the two drugs, ReHeart, heart muscle sheets derived from human iPS cells, was developed by a startup originating from Sawa's team at the university. (Kyodo)

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Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki (R), who holds the second-highest rank of ozeki, receives a ceremonial apron featuring a rice ball from a local rice wholesale company in Matsubara, Osaka Prefecture, on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki, who holds the second-highest rank of ozeki, speaks at a press conference in Matsubara, Osaka Prefecture, on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki, who holds the second-highest rank of ozeki, speaks at a press conference in Matsubara, Osaka Prefecture, on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki (L), who holds the second-highest rank of ozeki, receives a ceremonial apron featuring a rice ball from a local rice wholesale company in Matsubara, Osaka Prefecture, on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Sumo: Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki

Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki, who holds the second-highest rank of ozeki, speaks at a press conference in Matsubara, Osaka Prefecture, on Feb. 24, 2026.

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Japan-Tonga defense talks in Tokyo

Japan-Tonga defense talks in Tokyo

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (2nd from L) holds talks with Tongan Crown Prince Tupouto'a Ulukalala, who also serves as defense minister, in Tokyo on Feb. 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Japan-Tonga defense talks in Tokyo

Japan-Tonga defense talks in Tokyo

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (2nd from L) holds talks with Tongan Crown Prince Tupouto'a Ulukalala, who also serves as defense minister, in Tokyo on Feb. 23, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry holds a press conference at the main press center of the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 20, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry holds a press conference at the main press center of the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 20, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry holds a press conference at the main press center of the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 20, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

Milan Cortina Olympics: IOC president

International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry holds a press conference at the main press center of the Milan Cortina Olympics in Milan on Feb. 20, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Ami Nakai of Japan holds up three fingers after finishing third in the women's figure skating at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto (L) holds the face of compatriot and bronze medalist Ami Nakai during the medal ceremony for the women's figure skating event at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto (L) holds the face of compatriot and bronze medalist Ami Nakai during the medal ceremony for the women's figure skating event at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Milan Cortina Olympics: Figure skating

Japanese silver medalist Kaori Sakamoto (L) holds the face of compatriot and bronze medalist Ami Nakai during the medal ceremony for the women's figure skating event at the Milan Cortina Olympics at Milano Ice Skating Arena in Milan on Feb. 19, 2026.

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Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

University of Osaka professor Yoshiki Sawa holds a press conference in Osaka on Feb. 19, 2026, after Japan's health ministry panel approved the commercialization of two regenerative medicine products prepared from iPS cells, the first of their kind in the world. One of the two drugs, ReHeart, heart muscle sheets derived from human iPS cells, was developed by a startup originating from Sawa's team at the university.

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Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

University of Osaka professor Yoshiki Sawa holds a press conference in Osaka on Feb. 19, 2026, after Japan's health ministry panel approved the commercialization of two regenerative medicine products prepared from iPS cells, the first of their kind in the world. One of the two drugs, ReHeart, heart muscle sheets derived from human iPS cells, was developed by a startup originating from Sawa's team at the university.

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Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

Japan gov't panel approves 2 iPS-derived drugs

University of Osaka professor Yoshiki Sawa holds a press conference in Osaka on Feb. 19, 2026, after Japan's health ministry panel approved the commercialization of two regenerative medicine products prepared from iPS cells, the first of their kind in the world. One of the two drugs, ReHeart, heart muscle sheets derived from human iPS cells, was developed by a startup originating from Sawa's team at the university.

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Takaichi reelected as Japan's prime minister

Takaichi reelected as Japan's prime minister

Sanae Takaichi (2nd from R), president of the Liberal Democratic Party, holds talks with Hirofumi Yoshimura (2nd from L), head of the coalition's junior partner, the Japan Innovation Party, and co-leader Fumitake Fujita (L), at the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Takaichi was reelected as Japan's prime minister during a House of Representatives plenary session the same day.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the premier's office in Tokyo after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's prime minister in parliament on Feb. 18, 2026.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the premier's office in Tokyo after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's prime minister in parliament on Feb. 18, 2026.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi holds a press conference at the premier's office in Tokyo after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's prime minister in parliament on Feb. 18, 2026.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) holds a Cabinet meeting at the premier's office in Tokyo after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's prime minister in parliament on Feb. 18, 2026.

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New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

New Takaichi Cabinet inaugurated

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C) holds a Cabinet meeting at the premier's office in Tokyo after her new Cabinet was inaugurated following her reelection as Japan's prime minister in parliament on Feb. 18, 2026.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Ren Nikaido holds a press conference in Milan on Feb. 18, 2026, wrapping up his competitions at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Ren Nikaido holds a press conference in Milan on Feb. 18, 2026, wrapping up his competitions at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi holds a press conference in Milan on Feb. 18, 2026, wrapping up his competitions at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Ryoyu Kobayashi holds a press conference in Milan on Feb. 18, 2026, wrapping up his competitions at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Milan Cortina Olympics: Ski jumping

Japanese ski jumper Ren Nikaido holds a press conference in Milan on Feb. 18, 2026, wrapping up his competitions at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Philippine Vice President Duterte

Philippine Vice President Duterte

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte holds a press conference in Manila on Feb. 18, 2026, declaring she will run in the 2028 presidential election.

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Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Japan and the United States unveiled the initial tranche of Japanese investment projects in the United States under a bilateral deal.

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Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Japan and the United States unveiled the initial tranche of Japanese investment projects in the United States under a bilateral deal.

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Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Japan and the United States unveiled the initial tranche of Japanese investment projects in the United States under a bilateral deal.

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Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japan trade minister Akazawa

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Japan and the United States unveiled the initial tranche of Japanese investment projects in the United States under a bilateral deal.

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Japan trade minister Akazawa holds a press

Japan trade minister Akazawa holds a press

Japanese Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Ryosei Akazawa (C) holds a press conference in Tokyo on Feb. 18, 2026, after Japan and the United States unveiled the initial tranche of Japanese investment projects in the United States under a bilateral deal.

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Japan-Iceland ministerial talks

Japan-Iceland ministerial talks

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (front, R) holds talks with his Icelandic counterpart Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir (L) in Tokyo on Feb. 17, 2026.

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