Major Pacific countries told by the US to prepare for conflict as regional tensions continue to rise over threat to Taiwan

US President Donald Trump attacked the car trade imbalance between the US and Japan again on Sunday, days ahead of a scheduled visit by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to the Asian country that could apply further pressure to the minority government.

Donald Trump has shared the letters he sent to 14 countries including Japan detailing the levies they face and people have spotted 'appalling' errors.

The US has reportedly urged Pacific allies to prepare for potential conflict with China over Taiwan, as Japan signals the dawn of a 'new crisis era' and Beijing appears to be ramping up its military technology investments.

The NAMC YS-11 turboprop symbolized Japan's postwar aviation pride, with over 180 built serving routes globally and establishing Japanese aerospace credibility.

Japan says China’s military has posed serious challenges to its security, citing the first case of a Chinese military aircraft entering its airspace last August.

As President Trump ramps up the pressure on dozens of countries, trade experts fear U.S. tariff policy leaves consumers and businesses in limbo.

Yields for long-term debt from Japan and Germany to the UK and France rose on Monday as growing concern over widening fiscal deficits dented demand.The yield on Japan’s 30-year notes jumped the most in two months and those on similar-maturity German bunds flirted with their loftiest levels in 14 years.