Japan and Germany pursue space autonomy to reduce external dependence
THURSDAY, MAY 28, 2026
During a Tokyo visit, Andreas Bovenschulte said Japan and Germany should build independent space links and closer defence cooperation to cut reliance on others.
Global debt hits record US$353 trillion as investors begin diversifying away from US bonds
THURSDAY, MAY 07, 2026
Global debt climbed to a record near US$353 trillion by the end of March, with the IIF saying investors are showing growing interest in Japanese and European bonds over US Treasuries.
Oil crisis hits Lufthansa as group cancels 20,000 flights through October
THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026
Lufthansa Group is cutting more than 20,000 short-haul flights across six major hubs until October 2026 as soaring jet fuel costs force a network overhaul.