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The Release of Fukushima Wastewater Will Symbolically Hurt Japan

The Release of Fukushima Wastewater Will Symbolically Hurt Japan

By Maxime Polleri
The release – and the fierce protests it engendered – is stoking anxiety, mistrust, and even geopolitical tensions.
In Japan’s Neighbors, Fear and Frustration Over Radioactive Water Release

In Japan’s Neighbors, Fear and Frustration Over Radioactive Water Release

By Hyung-jin Kim
Many foreign experts said the water discharge will have a negligible impact on the environment and human health, but Japan’s neighbors remain worried.

Intensifying China-US Rivalry Imperils the ‘Yoshida Doctrine’

Intensifying China-US Rivalry Imperils the ‘Yoshida Doctrine’

By Jio Kamata
Yoshida wanted to retain historical ties with China and obtain security guarantees from the U.S. That balance looks increasingly unlikely today.

Fukushima Nuclear Plant to Start Releasing Treated Radioactive Wastewater Into Pacific Ocean

Fukushima Nuclear Plant to Start Releasing Treated Radioactive Wastewater Into Pacific Ocean

By Mari Yamaguchi
The release of treated but still radioactive water could start as early as Thursday, despite opposition at home and abroad.

How Will China’s Rare Earth Export Controls Impact Japan?

How Will China’s Rare Earth Export Controls Impact Japan?

By Nicolas Velez
Access to gallium, in particular, is crucial for Japan’s defense and energy priorities.
India and Japan: Connecting the Connectivities in the Bay of Bengal

India and Japan: Connecting the Connectivities in the Bay of Bengal

By Titli Basu
Can Japan emulate its success story of Southeast Asian economic corridors in the Bay of Bengal? 

Growing Japan-Italy Ties Emphasize Tokyo’s Pressing Need for Assistance

Growing Japan-Italy Ties Emphasize Tokyo’s Pressing Need for Assistance

By Mark S. Cogan
The European nation forms an increasingly important part of Japan's goal of consolidating its security cooperation with like-minded Western nations.
Former Japan PM’s ‘Resolve to Fight’ Remark Over Taiwan Causes Ripples at Home and Abroad

Former Japan PM’s ‘Resolve to Fight’ Remark Over Taiwan Causes Ripples at Home and Abroad

By Takahashi Kosuke
Aso Taro, currently the VP of Japan’s ruling party, stoked controversy by calling for Japan to show “strong deterrence” at a forum in Taipei.

Osaka 2025 World Expo Plagued by Rising Costs and Construction Delays 

Osaka 2025 World Expo Plagued by Rising Costs and Construction Delays 

By Thisanka Siripala
The Osaka World Expo is rushing to prevent an exodus of international participants as construction costs surge.  

The Case for a More Autonomous Japanese Foreign Policy

The Case for a More Autonomous Japanese Foreign Policy

By Jio Kamata
A recent report by a group of Japanese foreign policy researchers calls for diplomacy at a time when few seem to understand its value.

Typhoon Khanun Forecast to Turn Back to Southern Japanese Islands

Typhoon Khanun Forecast to Turn Back to Southern Japanese Islands

By Mari Yamaguchi
The typhoon already injured 41 people and knocked out power for nearly a third of homes on Okinawa. Now it’s expected to return.
With Visits to Sri Lanka, Maldives, Japan Seeks to Shore up Indian Ocean Presence

With Visits to Sri Lanka, Maldives, Japan Seeks to Shore up Indian Ocean Presence

By Mina Pollmann
Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa visited the Indian Ocean island states in his latest foreign tour.

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