Kyodo News Digest: Oct. 2, 2026
The Japanese government has announced new sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet' of oil tankers. Meanwhile, the Agriculture Minister will remain in office despite controversy, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries is investing 100 billion yen to expand shipbuilding capacity.
Why it matters
These developments highlight Japan's ongoing geopolitical alignment with Western sanctions against Russia and its strategic focus on industrial and maritime economic growth.
TOKYO - The following is the latest list of selected news summaries by Kyodo News.
Japan adds sanctions against Russia amid Ukraine war, targets "shadow fleet"
TOKYO - The Japanese government on Friday announced additional sanctions against Russia amid the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, targeting the so-called shadow fleet of vessels engaged in transporting sanctioned oil from Russia.
Joining international efforts to crack down on the sanction evasions by the fleet, Japan has decided to impose restrictions on the provision of services of 35 vessels, according to the Foreign Ministry.
Japan farm minister to stay on despite controversy over past remarks
TOKYO - Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Kazuo Yana said Friday he would stay on despite media reports on past controversial remarks he made on local budget cuts that he admitted were "misleading."
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