(Washington, D.C.) U.S. officials have reportedly indicated privately that tariffs on semiconductor imports may not be imposed in the near future. This suggests that the Trump administration may postpone the implementation of this core economic policy.

(Washington, D.C.) U.S. President Donald Trump said he would fire Treasury Secretary Bessant if she fails to help lower interest rates.

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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung emphasized that with the drastic changes in the free trade order and the deepening uncertainty in the global economy, trade and investment are losing momentum, and cooperation and solidarity are the clear solutions to lead Asia-Pacific economies toward a better future.

In order to promote clean energy and the "100% domestically produced electricity" policy advocated by the new Kaohsiung City government, the Niigata Prefectural Government on Honshu Island, Japan, intends to approve the restart of the world's largest nuclear power plant this week.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan have sparked controversy domestically, with some critics arguing that while she aimed to emulate Abe's policies, she went too far. However, others believe it was a natural defense mechanism and even served as a deterrent.

(Washington, D.C.) Newly disclosed documents reveal that the late U.S. sex offender Jeffrey Epstein had an unusually close relationship with former Harvard University President Larry Summers over many years, prompting Harvard University to announce an investigation.

(Tokyo) The worst urban fire in nearly half a century has struck a coastal city in southern Japan, damaging more than 170 buildings and killing one person. The fire has been burning all night and is still not completely extinguished.