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Japan’s New Prime Minister and the North Korean Abduction Issue
By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
Can Ishiba manage a new approach to a long-standing issue?
What Is Ishibanomics?
By Daisuke Akimoto
New Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru placed an emphasis on economic policy during his initial policy address. What's his prescription for Japan?
Can Japan Become the ‘World’s Most AI-friendly Country’?
By Adam Bartley, Aiden Warren, and Charles T. Hunt
As the world faces rapid change and competition over AI, Japan’s step-up is significant for the East Asian region but also the wider world.
Ishiba Shigeru Wants a Stronger Japan-US Alliance. He Has an Unorthodox Vision For Doing That.
By Jio Kamata
Japan’s new prime minister has long called for more reciprocity in the alliance, including revisions in the Status of Forces Agreement and Japan-U.S. Security Treaty.
Japan’s Official Development Assistance and the National Interest
By OBA Mie
Japan was once coy about ODA’s purpose. No longer.
3 Things to Know About Japan’s New Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru
By Takahashi Kosuke
The election of late Prime Minister Abe Shinzo’s long-time rival marks the end of an era in the LDP.
Ex-Defense Minister Ishiba Shigeru Will Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister
By Mari Yamaguchi and Foster Klug
In his fifth attempt, Ishiba was chosen to lead Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
Japan’s Current Rice Shortage Foreshadows Long-Term Problems
By Andrew Orchard
Japan is experiencing a shortage of the crucial staple, with an inelastic supply likely being the primary cause.
The Evolving Geopolitical Dynamics of PALM 10
By SHIOZAWA Hideyuki
Japan has successfully renewed its relationship with the Pacific Island countries.
‘Realism’ Looms Large Over the CDP Leadership Race
By Jio Kamata
Japan’s main opposition party is holding a leadership election. Is it ready to shake off the stigma of the previous DPJ government?
Who Are the Contenders to Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?
By Mari Yamaguchi
A record nine candidates have registered for the LDP’s leadership election.
A Robot Begins Removal of Melted Fuel From the Fukushima Nuclear Plant. It Could Take a Century.
By Mari Yamaguchi
The robot’s two-week trip is a crucial step in a decades-long process to decommission the plant and deal with large amounts of highly radioactive melted fuel inside.