Core Viewpoint - The Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces internal pressure to resign as the leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following multiple electoral defeats since 2024, despite a recent increase in cabinet approval ratings [2][4]. Group 1: Election Performance and Public Opinion - Since 2024, the LDP has experienced failures in various elections, leading to calls for Ishiba to step down as party leader [4]. - A recent public opinion poll indicates that 52% of respondents believe there should not be an early party leadership election, while only 39% support the idea of an early election [6]. - Ishiba's cabinet approval rating has risen to 42%, a 10 percentage point increase from the previous month, marking the first time it has returned to around 40% since February [2][6]. Group 2: Reasons for Support and Opposition - Among the reasons for supporting Ishiba's cabinet, the most cited is "trustworthy character" at 37%, followed by "it is a cabinet centered on the LDP" at 22% [6]. - The primary reason for opposition is "poor policies" at 38%, with "lack of leadership" and "poor government and party operation" both at 32% [6]. Group 3: Policy Priorities - In a survey regarding policy priorities, the most pressing issue identified by respondents is "price control," which received 49% of the votes, followed by "child-rearing, education, and declining birthrate measures" and "economic growth," both at 29% [6]. Group 4: Party Support Rates - The LDP's support rate has increased to 28% from 24% in July, while the support for the Constitutional Democratic Party has decreased to 7% from 9% in the same period [6].

Group 1 - India's Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of a free economy for both India and the world, highlighting India's role in contributing to global development while serving its own population of 1.4 billion [4][5] - The visit to Japan is significant for restoring the tradition of annual leader meetings, which will facilitate discussions on domestic and international issues and explore new areas of cooperation [6] - Economic security and supply chain strengthening are key areas of cooperation between India and Japan, with initiatives like the launch of Suzuki's first electric vehicle and joint projects involving Toshiba and Denso [7] Group 2 - Talent exchange between India and Japan is expected to grow, leveraging India's young and skilled workforce to contribute to Japan's industries while benefiting from Japanese technology and investment [8] - The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project is highlighted as a crucial collaboration between India and Japan, with plans for a larger high-speed rail network in India [9] - The Quad framework, involving India, Japan, the US, and Australia, is evolving to address broader issues such as maritime security, health security, and infrastructure resilience [10] Group 3 - The BRICS group is recognized as an important multilateral entity focused on reforming global governance and enhancing the voice of the Global South, particularly in the context of current global challenges [11][12] - Modi called for reforms in international organizations like the UN Security Council and the Bretton Woods system to better address 21st-century challenges and ensure the Global South's representation [13] - Japan's increasing transfer of semiconductor and LCD panel technologies to India is noted, with India establishing six semiconductor bases and four under construction, aiming for significant domestic production [14] Group 4 - Defense cooperation with Japan is a priority, focusing on partnerships in defense equipment and technology, including discussions on transferring naval communication technology [15] - The collaboration between Indian states and Japanese prefectures is deepening, with numerous Indian state leaders visiting Japan to promote investment and tourism [16]

Core Viewpoint - The financial performance of major Chinese automotive companies is deteriorating, with five out of six companies reporting reduced profits or losses in the first half of 2025, while BYD is the only company to achieve profit growth, albeit at a lower rate than the previous year [2][4]. Group 1: Financial Performance - BYD's net profit for the first half of 2025 increased by 14% year-on-year, reaching 15.5 billion yuan, but this growth rate is lower than the 24% increase from the previous year [2]. - BYD's main automotive business saw a slight decrease in pre-tax profit for the first half of 2025, marking the first decline since 2021 [4]. - Geely's net profit fell to 9.2 billion yuan, a 14% decrease, marking the first decline in three years, with the average vehicle price dropping by 10% to 95,000 yuan [5]. Group 2: Market Competition - The Chinese automotive market is experiencing intense price competition, which is negatively impacting profit margins across the industry [2][6]. - The China Automobile Industry Association warns that chaotic "price wars" are a significant factor in the declining industry profitability, with total profits expected to decrease by 8% in 2024 compared to 2023 [6]. Group 3: Supply Chain Impact - The ongoing price competition is affecting the supply chain, particularly small and medium-sized component manufacturers, who are facing challenges with order fulfillment and payment delays [6]. - BYD's procurement debt decreased by 6% to 236.6 billion yuan by the end of June, influenced by shortened payment terms, which may lead to reduced operating cash flow [7]. - The net cash flow for BYD in the first half of 2025 was a deficit of 42.6 billion yuan, indicating worsening cash flow issues compared to the previous year [7].

日本上半年出生人数刷新了1969年有可比数据以来的最低纪录。如果按照这样的速度持续下去，全年出 生人数也极有可能创出历史新低。上半年的结婚数量为23.8561万对，同比减少4.0％，两年来首次转为 下降…… 日本厚生劳动省8月29日发布的1～6月人口动态统计（包含外国人的快报值）显示，出生人 数为33.928万人，较上年同期减少3.1％。虽然新冠疫情后曾超过5％的下滑速度有所放缓， 但仍很难认为少子化趋势得到遏制。2025年4月，申请后仍无法进入保育所等机构的待入园 儿童数量连续7年刷新历史最低值，原因之一是少子化导致的入园需求减少。 上半年出生人数刷新了1969年有可比数据以来的最低纪录。如果按照这样的速度持续下去， 全年出生人数也极有可能创出历史新低。 上半年的死亡人数为83.6818万人，同比增加3.1％。出生人数减去死亡人数后得出的自然增 减人数为负49.7538万人。日本已连续21年出现人口自然减少。结婚数量为23.8561万对， 同比减少4.0％，两年来首次转为下降。 从不同地区来看，所有都道府县均出现人口自然减少。 日本政府根据2023年底制定的《儿童未来战略》，大力推进了扩充儿童津贴等"异次元 ...

Core Viewpoint - The remittance amount from foreign workers in Japan has significantly increased, reaching a historical high in the first half of 2025, with expectations to exceed 1 trillion yen for the year due to factors such as bonuses and long holidays [2][4]. Group 1: Remittance Trends - In the first half of 2025, remittances from foreign workers in Japan amounted to 506.8 billion yen, marking a 38% increase year-on-year and setting a new half-year record [2][4]. - The total remittance amount is projected to surpass the previous record of 847.5 billion yen set in 2024, potentially exceeding 1 trillion yen for the first time [4]. - The number of foreign workers in Japan has increased by 12% year-on-year, reaching 2.3 million, with Vietnamese nationals being the largest group [4]. Group 2: Remittance Destinations - The top remittance destinations in 2024 included Vietnam (326.2 billion yen), Indonesia (102.1 billion yen), and the Philippines (90.2 billion yen) [6]. - Global remittance flows have tripled over the past 20 years, with Japan ranking 25th in terms of outbound remittance amounts [6]. Group 3: Risks Associated with Remittances - There are two main risks associated with remittances from foreign workers: illegal activities and the impact on the yen exchange rate [8]. - A survey indicated that 2% of foreign residents in Japan used underground remittance services, primarily due to favorable exchange rates [8]. - Increased remittance amounts could lead to higher selling pressure on the yen as foreign workers convert yen to their local currencies [8]. Group 4: Domestic Remittance Trends - In the first half of 2025, remittances from Japanese residents abroad to Japan totaled 303.1 billion yen, a 10% decrease year-on-year [9]. - The net selling of yen after accounting for remittances was 203.7 billion yen, the highest half-year figure since comparable data began in 1996 [9].

Core Viewpoint - The Japanese Quantum Science and Technology Agency (QST) is set to mass-produce high-sensitivity quantum sensors that can accurately measure temperature changes within human cells, potentially enabling early disease detection by 2028 [1][6]. Group 1: Quantum Sensor Technology - Quantum sensors utilize phenomena from the quantum realm to achieve ultra-high sensitivity in measuring parameters like temperature, distinguishing them from traditional sensors [3][6]. - QST's quantum sensors are made from diamonds containing trace amounts of nitrogen, allowing them to detect minute temperature changes, with a current capability of measuring variations as small as 0.1 degrees Celsius and theoretically down to 0.01 degrees Celsius [6][7]. Group 2: Production and Market Potential - QST plans to establish a production system capable of manufacturing between 60,000 to 100,000 sensors annually by 2028, with current production at approximately 10 grams per year, aiming to increase this to 520 grams [1][7]. - The global market for quantum sensors is projected to reach approximately $1 billion to $2 billion by 2030, indicating significant commercial potential [8]. Group 3: Applications in Healthcare - The ability to measure temperature changes in individual cells could lead to advancements in understanding disease severity and predicting drug efficacy, particularly in differentiating between healthy and diseased cells [6][7]. - QST is exploring the use of quantum sensors for detecting disease markers in blood, which could alleviate the burden of invasive testing methods currently required for conditions like Alzheimer's disease [7]. Group 4: Broader Implications and Future Goals - Beyond healthcare, quantum sensors made from durable diamonds could be utilized in harsh environments, such as space, and could replace numerous traditional sensors in devices like electric vehicles and smartphones, enhancing efficiency [8]. - QST aims to collaborate with enterprises to advance the mass production and quality management of quantum sensors, with a long-term goal of promoting quantum technology across various industries [7][8].

Core Viewpoint - Japan's beef industry is optimistic about the potential for exporting beef to China, marking a significant shift after 24 years of import restrictions due to BSE and other issues [6][5]. Group 1: Market Potential - The Japanese beef company KAMICHIKU expresses excitement about the Chinese market, describing it as an "unknown market" with "huge possibilities" [6][4]. - Kagoshima Prefecture's agricultural exports are projected to grow by 28% in 2024, reaching 47.052 billion yen, with beef being a strategic focus [6]. Group 2: Historical Context - Japan's beef exports to China were halted in 2001 due to BSE, and various import bans have been in place since then, including a ban on seafood following the Fukushima disaster [5][6]. - The Japan-China Animal Health and Quarantine Agreement, signed in 2019, is a crucial step towards resuming beef exports, which has now come into effect [6][5]. Group 3: Future Goals - Kagoshima aims to increase its beef export rate, currently below 10%, and targets 50 billion yen in exports by 2025 [6]. - The Japanese government aims to boost agricultural exports by 70% by 2030, with beef as a key category [6]. Group 4: Consumption and Demand - China's beef consumption is projected to reach 10.66 million tons in 2024, a 14.5% increase from 2021, with imports expected to be 2.87 million tons, significantly exceeding Japan's production [7]. - Kumamoto Prefecture is also optimistic about beef exports, having established direct flights to Shanghai to facilitate trade [7]. Group 5: Cautionary Perspectives - Despite the optimism, there are cautious voices regarding the complexities of certification and export conditions that need to be clarified [7]. - The Japanese agricultural sector is advised to diversify trade partners to mitigate risks associated with reliance on a single market like China [8].

Core Viewpoint - Nvidia is facing challenges in the Chinese market due to government actions discouraging the use of its main product, H20, prompting the company to explore new chip designs to maintain its presence in this significant market [2][4]. Group 1: Product and Market Dynamics - Nvidia has notified suppliers, including Amkor Technology and Samsung, to halt production related to H20 due to deteriorating demand expectations in China and concerns over security vulnerabilities raised by Chinese authorities [4][6]. - H20 was initially seen as a key product for entering the Chinese market, but U.S. export controls have complicated its shipment, leading to a shift in strategy [4][5]. - Nvidia is now developing new semiconductor products based on the Blackwell architecture, aiming to cater to the Chinese market and potentially replace the older Hopper series [6][7]. Group 2: Government Relations and Export Controls - U.S. Commerce Secretary's comments on H20 have led to a hardened stance from China, with officials advocating for increased procurement of domestic products instead of relying on Nvidia [5][6]. - There are indications that U.S. export controls may be circumvented if Nvidia can offer a downgraded version of Blackwell that meets performance criteria similar to H20, allowing for potential negotiations with the U.S. government [7][6]. - The Chinese government has criticized H20 for its vulnerabilities, suggesting that domestic alternatives could fulfill similar roles, which may undermine the intended impact of U.S. export restrictions [7].

Core Viewpoint - The Japanese yen has been stagnant in the range of 140 to 150 yen per dollar since April, with no clear direction despite U.S. government pressures for currency correction and interest rate cuts [2][4]. Group 1: Currency Exchange Rate Dynamics - The sensitivity of the yen exchange rate is decreasing, and even with heightened expectations for changes in U.S.-Japan monetary policy, there is no clear directional movement in the exchange rate [2][6]. - The yen briefly appreciated to 146 yen per dollar following expectations of a narrowing interest rate differential between the U.S. and Japan, but quickly returned to 147 yen [4][6]. - The linkage between the yen exchange rate and the U.S.-Japan interest rate differential, which was significant during last year's depreciation of the yen, is weakening this year [6][10]. Group 2: Market Behavior and Supply-Demand Factors - Despite the narrowing interest rate differential, market participants betting on yen appreciation have not disappeared, with speculative funds reaching a historical maximum in yen purchases in April [6][9]. - Japanese export companies, which previously bought yen to mitigate losses from appreciation, are now showing minimal movement in following suit [6][9]. - The balance of trade and service accounts has been nearly stable this year, indicating that neither buying nor selling pressure on the yen is significantly influencing its value [9][10]. Group 3: Monetary Policy Considerations - It is essential to consider supply-demand conditions alongside U.S.-Japan monetary policy when predicting the yen exchange rate [10]. - The ambiguous statements from the Federal Reserve Chairman Powell suggest a cautious approach to discussing policy changes, which may prevent market participants from actively buying yen [10].

音乐家们当天演奏的第一首曲子是贝多芬最后完成的作品《第十六弦乐四重奏》的第三乐章。中国中央 音乐学院指挥系主任陈琳是小泽的学生之一，曾参加过小泽等人创办的斋藤纪念松本音乐节（现在的小 泽征尔松本音乐节，OMF），她回忆称，这首曲子是小泽先生在瑞士教授室内乐时的重要曲目。据 说，在小泽先生的恩师斋藤秀雄先生去世以后，小泽也曾为他演奏这个乐章。陈琳说，纪念音乐会当 天，为了缅怀小泽先生，他们用了一个空的指挥台的形式来演奏这个作品。她说："这是想把指挥台那 个位置永远留给小泽"。 陈琳等 接受过小泽指导的中国音乐家齐聚小泽征尔纪念音乐会（北京，7月20日，图片由主办方提供） "Bravo（太精彩了）"，一场纪念已故日本指挥家小泽征尔的音乐会7月在北京举行。约60位曾直接得到 过小泽指导的中国音乐家汇聚一堂，演奏了贝多芬的曲目等。当天演奏的3首曲子均承载着他们与小泽 的宝贵回忆…… 2024年去世的日本指挥家小泽征尔的纪念音乐会日前在北京举行。曾接受过小泽指导的中国音乐家们汇 聚一堂，演奏了贝多芬的曲目等。小泽播下的种子正在中国绽放出绚丽的花朵。 "Bravo（太精彩了）"，7月20日傍晚，"2025小泽 征尔纪念音 ...