Japan

Kishida’s judgment on how to fund the defense budget increase will be a critical factor in his survival as prime minister.

Space commercialization is creating opportunities for businesses, headaches for governments, and confusion for Asia-Pacific consumers.

After a decade in the political wilderness, the Constitutional Democratic Party is trying to broaden its appeal – but its base is not pleased.

The Unification Church and North Korea are closely linked, despite the church's adamant anti-communist stance.

Seniors living in poverty or working to supplement their income are on the rise as Japan’s public pension system cracks under a super aging society. 

The Japanese prime minister's U.S. visit, and the latest 2+2 consultations, emphasized an even-closer alliance amid Japan's changing security posture.

Tokyo’s dramatic shifts on defense and China policy are likely to have ramifications for New Zealand.

After his successful tour of 5 G-7 partners, Japan’s three main challenges are apparent: Russia, China, and nuclear weapons.

New defense and security cooperation efforts are springing up across the Indo-Pacific, between some Quad members and those outside the grouping.

The plan to released treated radioactive wastewater has been fiercely opposed by local residents and Japan's neighbors, including China and South Korea.

Prime Minister Kishida Fumio’s recent visit to Italy highlighted the growing convergence between the two countries.