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With the formation of a minority government for the first time in three decades, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba must navigate a complex political and economic landscape. GR Japan examines the implications of U.S. trade pressure, policy negotiations in...

As Japan redefines its security posture in response to regional tensions, the door is opening wider for international collaboration. With record-breaking defense budgets and a clear push toward innovation and global partnerships, foreign firms—big an...

Japan’s pharmaceutical market is caught between two competing priorities—controlling rising healthcare costs and maintaining an environment that fosters innovation. While recent drug pricing reforms have introduced incentives for early market entry a...

Japan’s automotive sector is undergoing a major transformation driven by sustainability goals, technological shifts, and evolving trade policies. Toyota’s diversified strategy has helped it maintain global leadership, while Nissan and Honda’s recent ...

President Trump’s administration has shifted its stance on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), moving away from previous initiatives in favor of a new focus on "Merit, Excellence, and Intelligence" (MEI). This change is causing a split in U.S. co...

Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential election signals a dramatic transformation in U.S.  foreign policy, with far-reaching consequences for global businesses. An expanded focus on tariffs as a primary economic tool, coupled with a ret...