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Fujifilm to Invest in India’s Growing Semiconductor Ecosystem

Fujifilm has announced plans to build a semiconductor materials plant in India, with operations expected to start around 2028. The decision supports India’s national effort to boost its semiconductor sector and reflects the global realignment of supply chains amid the ongoing U.S.–China conflict...



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Japanese Travel Agencies Look Overseas as Domestic Demand Stalls

According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the number of international travelers worldwide is estimated to reach 1.4 billion in 2024, recovering to 99% of pre-COVID levels. Total export revenue from the global tourism industry, including passenger transport, is expected to hit a record $1.9 trillion (approximately 270 trillion yen)...