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Mitsubishi Motors Joins Honda-Nissan Merger Talks, Competing with Toyota

Mitsubishi Motors may join Honda-Nissan's merger talks, potentially creating a global competitor to Toyota.
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Nippon Steel’s Chairman Eiji Hashimoto on US Steel Acquisition: “A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity”

Nippon Steel Chairman Eiji Hashimoto discusses the challenges and reasons behind their $13.2 billion acquisition bid for US Steel.
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40% of Generic Drugs Have Manufacturing Defects: Causes and Remedies

Discover why 40% of generic drugs have manufacturing defects, and explore expert insights on causes, remedies, and Japan's strict standards.
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Biden Blocks Nippon Steel’s US Steel Acquisition, $565 Million Penalty Looms

President Biden plans to block Nippon Steel's $565M acquisition of US Steel. Cancellation could lead to a hefty penalty.
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Chinese Automakers Turn to Hybrids as EU Tariffs Impact Electric Car Sales

EU electric vehicle tariffs push Chinese automakers to hybrid cars, with Tucson Hybrid sales reaching 41,313 units from January to September.
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Temu’s Global Impact: Growth in Japan, Issues in Vietnam, and Indonesia’s Ban

Discover the rise of China's Temu in Japan, its challenges in Vietnam, and Indonesia's government ban. Uncover Asia's e-commerce dynamics.
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Nissan Faces Losses in North America Amid Hybrid Vehicle Absence

Nissan incurs losses in North America, struggling with the absence of hybrid vehicles, rising subsidies, and declining cash reserves.
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Yanai’s “No Uighur Cotton” Statement Sparks Boycott in China, Divides Opinion

Uniqlo’s Chairman Yanai’s statement on not using Uighur cotton sparks a boycott in China. The impact on Fast Retailing and Japan differs significantly.
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Struggling Tsutaya Shifts from Video Rental to Unexpected Business Venture

Tsutaya, once a video rental giant, is now expanding into unexpected ventures like card shops and gyms, signaling a potential revival.
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Female Full-Time Employees Outnumber Non-Regular Workers for First Time in 21 Years

In 2024, female full-time employees in Japan reach 12.41 million, surpassing non-regular workers for the first time since 2003.
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Chinese EVs Struggle in Thailand Despite $6,000 Discount, Toyota Hybrids Thrive

Thailand's auto market remains sluggish as Chinese EVs fail to sell despite $6,000 discounts. Toyota hybrids see 40% growth.
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Sony Announces PS2 Sales Have Reached 160 Million Units—A Warning to Switch?

Sony confirms PS2 sales have surpassed 160 million units, raising questions about its impact on the Nintendo Switch.