Toyota’s global production in October reached 926,987 vehicles, rising 3.8% from a year earlier, marking the fifth consecutive month of year-on-year growth and setting a new single-month record for the first time in 1 year and 11 months. (News On Japan)

The Chinese Embassy in Japan reiterated its call for citizens to refrain from traveling to the country after issuing a renewed advisory on November 26th, warning on social media that those already in Japan should take extra precautions to stay safe as embassy officials report a rise in requests for assistance from Chinese nationals who say they have faced discrimination since July. (News On Japan)

The Russian president confirmed a US delegation is expected for talks in Moscow next week.

Gen Horta N’Tam is sworn in during a ceremony at the army headquarters.

Dozens of people have been killed and hundreds remain unaccounted for after Wednesday's blaze.