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Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant.
By Jio Kamata
The LDP's coalition partner is opposed to allowing exports of the co-produced fighters, citing public resistance to the idea.
Danger and Deterrence in Japan’s Security Environment
By Marcos González Gava
“We must handle the hypothesis of an imminent threat as long as nuclear weapons exist.”
The Conspiracy Theory That Amelia Earhart Was Killed by Japanese Soldiers
By Ronald Drabkin
The theory may seem plausible on its face, but ultimately hinges on an unlikely series of events.
The Quad: Can This Democratic Coalition Bolster Global Health Security?
By Vivek N.D.
As the world navigates an increasingly complex health security landscape, the Quad presents an opportunity for collaboration.
Will Japan’s Defense Spending Hike Be Enough?
By Takahashi Kosuke
A weaker yen and recent price surges are causing headaches for Japan's defense budget.
India-Japan ‘Dharma Guardian’ Exercise
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Military engagements between India and Japan have been on a steady growth path that mirrors the shared political and strategic goals of Delhi and Tokyo.
China and Japan: What’s in a Term?
By KAWASHIMA Shin
A “Mutually Beneficial Relationship Based on Common Strategic Interests” makes a comeback.
Will Kim Jong Un Meet With Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida?
By Mitch Shin
Amid the stalled nuclear talks between the U.S. and North Korea, Japan seeks to hold a summit meeting with North Korea.
Where Others Dither, Japan Delivers on Aid to Ukraine
By James Kaizuka
Japan’s support for Ukraine demonstrates strong leadership and provides a glimmer of hope amid a divided and increasingly paralyzed Western alliance.
Japan Bets on Carbon Capture and Storage Technology
By Daisuke Akimoto
CCS has stoked controversy elsewhere, but Japan is doubling down on the technology as a path to clean hydrogen and, eventually, net-zero emissions.
Japan’s Role in Healing the Aral Sea and Engaging Central Asia
By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez and Marin Ekstrom
Tokyo is a quiet but important partner to Central Asia, with notable engagement on projects related to the Aral Sea.
The Bank of Japan’s Year of Living Dangerously
By Anthony Fensom
Japan looks set to end negative interest rates for the first time in eight years.