International relations
Xi's Hungary trip sets stage for China to gain ground in Eastern Europe
Slovakia expected to seek closer ties with Beijing as EU rift over China widens
Editor-in-Chief’s Picks
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Europe's EV dilemma
Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations
Business trends
China slowdown fears grip more European companies, EU chamber finds
Annual survey shows record-low appetite for investing in world's No. 2 economy
Opinion
Japan, like Greece, finds it taxing to deal with too many tourists
Visitors must take responsibility for impact they have on places they go
Opinion
Kishida deserved the warm embrace Macron gave Xi
Japan PM's low-key visit to Paris yielded significant bilateral initiatives
International relations
Xi sends messages on trade and NATO in Europe tour full of symbolism
China woos useful partners in Serbia and Hungary after French 'cognac diplomacy'
The Nikkei View
EU should make use of lessons from its 2004 enlargement
Bloc's 20th anniversary is an opportunity to show its resolve for peace and prosperity
The Big Story
Europe faces up to China's EV dominance as carbon-zero targets loom
As Xi travels through EU this week, automakers weigh whether to fight or team up with cheaper Chinese rivals
Defense
U.K. 'cannot rule out' foreign state in military payroll hack: defense chief
China not named despite media reports that it was behind the cyberattack
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International relations
Xi's Europe tour aims to drive wedge in region's hardening China stance
Leader urges shift from U.S.-led order as he visits France, Serbia and Hungary
Indo-Pacific
Germany, France to send naval and air forces to Indo-Pacific
European vessels to participate in U.S.-led South China Sea exercise
Opinion
Cheap Chinese solar panels are a blessing for Europe, not a curse
Costly attempts to rebuild domestic production would defy economic logic
IPO
Jollibee founder Tony Tan backs hotel SPAC deal despite lull in IPOs
Philippine fast-food king plans to disrupt hospitality sector with Hotel101
International relations
Xi and Macron find common ground in Paris despite trade tensions
EV battery and energy cooperation agreed upon, but Europe remains wary
Opinion
U.K. can protect its interests while engaging with China
Deterioration of rights and freedoms in Hong Kong a key concern
Finance
Concerns over HSBC Asian business spin-off resurface at annual meeting
Little focus on chief executive Noel Quinn's surprise exit
Technology
Japan, EU universities to partner on fostering chip and AI talent
Tokyo to support graduate-school exchange programs in key fields
International relations
Xi Jinping's trip to Europe to center on trade as challenges 'pile up'
Ukraine and EVs to feature in talks with France's Macron and other leaders
Business Spotlight
Can investment from TSMC, Infineon and others revive Europe's chip dreams?
Skeptics say more government subsidies, skilled workers and end customers are needed
Defense
Japan and France to start talks on defense cooperation deal
Kishida and Macron affirm support for rules-based order at summit
Opinion
New European trade pact marks a milestone for India
Agreement provides model for aligning trade and foreign direct investment
Interview
ECB rate cut in June 'realistic,' says Dutch central bank chief
Knot cites declining inflationary pressure in eurozone
Climate Change
G7 aims to boost power storage capacity sixfold by 2030
Energy ministers to set goal in joint statement with eye on renewables
Defense
China spy suspects in U.K. and Germany seen as 'tip of iceberg'
Allegations highlight Europe's tricky balance with Xi Jinping expected to visit soon
Business deals
Anglo American rejects BHP's 'opportunistic' takeover offer
Deal between U.K. and Australian firms would have created world's largest copper miner