It comes amid concerns over the growing number of traders from neighbouring countries.

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry raised subsidies for aviation fuel used on domestic flights from September 3, doubling the support rate while ending subsidies for international flights. (News On Japan)

Russian President Vladimir Putin said tax incentives on the Russian-held islands claimed by Japan have been successful, using a speech at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok to highlight economic development in Russia's Far East. (News On Japan)

Rescuers found 44 survivors on board the vessel but bad weather meant they had to leave five bodies behind.

Rescuers found 44 survivors on board the vessel but bad weather meant they had to leave five bodies behind.

Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on September 3 that the economic policy of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government should not be equated with conventional reflationary policy, after returning from the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bank governors meeting in the United States and briefing the prime minister on the talks. (News On Japan)

Five oil distributors, including Higashinihon Usami and ENEOS Wing, admitted charges of violating Japan's Antimonopoly Act by forming a cartel to coordinate diesel fuel prices at their first trial at the Tokyo District Court on September 3. (News On Japan)

Her foundation said she "passed away peacefully" at her home in New York City, "surrounded by many who loved her".

Night trains are making a comeback across Japan, with railway operators introducing new overnight services and even experimenting with overnight Shinkansen trains as demand grows for alternatives that combine transportation, accommodation and the experience of traveling through the night. (News On Japan)

The trailblazing feminist was an iconic leader of women's rights in the US.

Thomas Fahmy says he saw "a bright white flash" and instantly fell to the ground.

Thomas Fahmy says he saw "a bright white flash" and instantly fell to the ground.

Al-Mughayyir's council says they were trying to stop settlers stealing sheep, but the Israeli military says they threw stones at its troops.

Jeffery was known for playing cheerleader Bree in 2018 Disney Channel movie Zombies and two sequels.

Jeffery was known for playing cheerleader Bree in 2018 Disney Channel movie Zombies and two sequels.

Pedro Sánchez tells parliament it is absurd to think the government knew and did nothing, after thousands join protests in Spanish cities.

Pedro Sánchez tells parliament it is absurd to think the government knew and did nothing, after thousands join protests in Spanish cities.

The facility will be the first of its kind at the White House - though critics feel it alters the property's historic grounds.

The WMO has warned that the natural weather phenomenon could bring disruption to global economies.

The WMO has warned that the natural weather phenomenon could bring disruption to global economies.