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Japan & Venezuela

36 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

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Japan: Japan is being pounded by two tropical storms, Mekkhala and Higos, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and at least one death, impacting infrastructure and public safety.
Venezuela: Venezuela is grappling with the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes, with a rising death toll and widespread destruction. The inadequate government response and damaged infrastructure pose significant challenges to recovery and stability.
Jun 27, 2026 · 73 articles
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Japan: Japan, a major ICC contributor, voiced support but took no practical steps.
Venezuela: Venezuela announced withdrawal, but the ICC investigation into alleged crimes against humanity continues.
Jul 24, 2026 · 47 articles
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Japan: Japan is the nationality of ICC President Tomoko Akane, who is sanctioned. Japan's government has not publicly commented in these articles.
Venezuela: Venezuela also announced withdrawal from the ICC, following U.S. calls, further reducing the court's reach.
Jul 13, 2026 · 277 articles
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Japan: Called upon by Shakira to support reconstruction; no confirmed response.
Venezuela: The earthquake in Colombia drew comparisons to Venezuela's own recent quakes, highlighting its weaker disaster response and ongoing economic crisis.
Aug 13, 2026 · 93 articles
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Japan: Japan is cited as one of the advanced countries that has implemented modern earthquake standards and retrofitting measures, contrasting with Venezuela's situation.
Venezuela: Venezuela has been severely impacted by two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, a high death toll, and significant economic damage. The country is struggling with rescue efforts and faces a major humanitarian crisis, further exacerbating its existing economic and political turmoil.
Apr 20, 2026 · 323 articles
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Japan: Japan participated in the Quad meeting, contributing to new initiatives on maritime security, critical minerals, and energy, and reinforcing its role in maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Venezuela: Venezuela was mentioned in the context of its president's postponed visit to India, which was announced by Marco Rubio, causing a political stir in India.
May 18, 2026 · 124 articles
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Japan: The Japanese market is trading sharply lower, reflecting the negative sentiment from Wall Street and concerns over the Middle East conflict's impact on global trade and energy supplies.
Venezuela: Venezuela's oil sector was previously assumed control of by the US after ousting its then-president, a scenario Donald Trump compared to his plans for Iran.
May 18, 2026 · 316 articles
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Japan: Among countries where U.S. is still viewed more favorably, but favorability has dimmed.
Venezuela: U.S. military raid capturing Maduro cited as factor in declining U.S. favorability.
Jul 15, 2026 · 22 articles
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Japan: Japan's yen weakened amid oil price spikes, and the country faces energy import costs.
Venezuela: Venezuela was among countries India increased oil purchases from during the crisis.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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Japan: Japan is a major oil importer affected by higher prices and yen weakness, prompting intervention in currency markets.
Venezuela: Venezuela may benefit from increased oil production to offset supply disruptions, but faces its own challenges.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
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Japan: Japan>>>'s wholesale inflation has accelerated, adding to the case for interest rate hikes by the Japan — Bank of Japan, partly influenced by global price pressures from the war.
Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is referenced by Donald Trump>>> as a precedent for the United States>>> taking control of a country's oil sector, drawing a parallel to his threats against Iran>>>'s oil industry.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Japan: Japan's economy is affected by the Iran war, with its stock market experiencing volatility and firms reporting sharp rises in input costs due to higher raw material prices.
Venezuela: Venezuela is mentioned as a country targeted by US sanctions, which has driven the development of alternative oil trading networks.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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Japan: Japan>>>'s economy showed growth, and its officials expressed readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets to support the Japan — Japanese yen>>>.
Venezuela: Venezuela>>> is mentioned as a country where Donald Trump>>>'s pressure tactics have been more effective, contrasting with the situation in Iran>>>.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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Japan: Japan experienced a separate 6.9 magnitude tremor shortly after the Venezuela quakes, with no casualties or material damage reported.
Venezuela: Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes, resulting in widespread destruction, a high death toll, and significant injuries. The country's infrastructure, including its main airport, was severely damaged, exacerbating an existing economic crisis and requiring substantial international aid for recovery.
Jun 24, 2026 · 632 articles
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Japan: Japan, as a G7 nation, expressed support for the US-Iran deal. Its Nikkei share average rallied to a record high on solid gains in semiconductor and AI-related shares.
Venezuela: Donald Trump praised Venezuela, highlighting the flow of millions of barrels of oil from the country to Houston, suggesting a positive working relationship with the Venezuelan government.
May 27, 2026 · 425 articles
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Japan: Japan's Defense Minister praised U.S. commitment to the Indo-Pacific and defended Japan's decision to allow lethal weapons exports, emphasizing unity among allies.
Venezuela: Venezuela is experiencing warming relations with the United States, as the Trump administration has instructed prosecutors to stand down on investigations into its acting president.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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Japan: Signed on to the Coalition for Children's Rights and Protection in the Age of AI.
Venezuela: Mentioned in context of AI analysis of earthquake damage.
Apr 20, 2026 · 123 articles
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Japan: Japan, a major oil importer, has not paid transit fees through the Strait of Hormuz, indicating its stance on Iran's demands for tolls.
Venezuela: Venezuela is mentioned by Donald Trump as a comparison for the US's potential control over Iran's oil sector, indicating a broader US foreign policy approach.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
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Japan: Japan is a member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue>>> and will be represented by its Foreign Minister, Toshimitsu Motegi>>>, at the upcoming meeting in New Delhi.
May 19, 2026 · 294 articles
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Jan 07, 2026 · 9 articles
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Jan 26, 2026 · 24 articles
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Jan 16, 2026 · 162 articles
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Apr 01, 2026 · 36 articles
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Mar 28, 2026 · 7 articles
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Mar 17, 2026 · 108 articles
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Apr 12, 2026 · 167 articles
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Apr 12, 2026 · 10 articles
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May 10, 2026 · 334 articles
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Apr 30, 2026 · 116 articles
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