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‘Joe-Yoshi’ Spirit Buoys Japan-US Alliance in Turbulent Seas
By Scott W. Harold
With both countries facing serious challenges at home, their leaders remained committed to building a personal rapport.
Why Matsuyama at the Masters Matters
By Layne Vandenberg
The impact of Hideki Matsuyama’s victory at the 2021 Masters Golf Tournament could be diminished by barriers to entry and ongoing stereotypes about Asian athletes.
Kerry Visits Renews China-US Climate Cooperation
By Shannon Tiezzi
The joint statement included some welcome commitments, and held out hope for more progress in the future.
The US and Japan Must Lead on Climate Cooperation
By Mary M. McCarthy and Phillip Y. Lipscy
Both countries have been criticized as climate change laggards. The Biden and Suga administrations are looking to change that perception.
Outlook: China-US Cross-Border Investment
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Jean-Marc F. Blanchard.
The Domestic Politics of Suga’s China Stance
By Duncan Bartlett
At the Biden-Suga summit, strong language on China, including a notable mention of Taiwan, was tempered by Suga's precarious situation at home.
Biden Delegation Pledges US Support for Taiwan Self-Defense
By Nick Aspinwall
An unofficial delegation led by former Senator Chris Dodd completed a three-day visit to Taiwan in a show of support from the Biden administration.
Kerry Heads to China for Climate Talks
By Shannon Tiezzi and Ellen Knickmeyer
In a sign of the issue's important in the overall relationship, climate envoy John Kerry will be the first high-ranking Biden official to travel to China.
The Biden-Suga Summit: What to Expect
By Joshua W. Walker
If both leaders play their cards right, ties between Tokyo and Washington could anchor a peaceful and rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific for years to come.
Can Japan and the US Lead the Way to 6G?
By James L. Schoff and Joshua Levy
The Biden-Suga summit this week will help set the tone on the allies’ cooperation on “Beyond 5G” technologies.
Ping Pong Diplomacy: Made in Japan
By John Darwin Van Fleet
Remembering the Chinese, Japanese, and American table tennis players who paved the way for a historic diplomatic opening.
US Envoy Kerry Discusses Climate Challenges in Bangladesh
By Julhas Alam
The U.S. special envoy on climate stopped in Bangladesh as part of a tour of climate change-vulnerable nations.