Yuka Obayashi
China exports push Nippon Steel to seek growth in US, India after blocked deal
Nippon Steel eyes U.S. and India for growth, countering China’s exports amid declining domestic demand and blocked U.S. bid.
U.S. Steel, Nippon sue Biden administration over decision to block merger
Nippon Steel sues Biden, alleging constitutional violations in $14.9B U.S. Steel deal block over national security claims.
Japan aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions 60% by 2035 vs 2013 levels
The proposed target sparked calls for deeper cuts from environmentalists and politicians, who argue it is insufficient for the world's fifth-biggest emitter.
Analysis: Rival LNG supplies, Sakhalin’s depleting fields give Japan an exit from Russian gas
Japan eyes LNG shift as Sakhalin-2 deals near expiry, balancing energy security, geopolitics, and the push for renewables.
Nippon Steel committed to U.S. Steel takeover, aims to close in Dec, says executive
Nippon Steel remains committed to its $15B U.S. Steel acquisition, confident of closing by year-end despite U.S. opposition.
Qatar LNG sales to key Asian markets confronted by US, UAE rivalry
Qatar struggles to secure new LNG deals with Japan and South Korea as competition rises from U.S. suppliers offering flexible terms.
Nippon Steel, US Steel send letter to Biden on merger plans
Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel sent a letter to President Biden defending their planned $15 billion merger amid potential blockage.
Nippon Steel, peers urge Tokyo to curb steel imports from China, executive says
Nippon Steel urges Japan to curb Chinese steel imports, as it seeks to close its U.S. Steel acquisition amid rising competition.
Saudi Aramco to buy stake in JV Petro Rabigh from Sumitomo Chem
Investment in Sumitomo Chemical's Petro Rabigh JV hopes to turn around loss-making firm's fortunes.
Japan’s JERA to launch new gas-fired power plant to avoid electricity shortages
Any additional capacity is welcomed now as Japan has been suffering tight power supply during peak summer and winter demand seasons due to...
