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East Asia
Japan Photographs China’s New Y-9DZ Electric Warfare Aircraft for First Time
By Takahashi Kosuke
The western Pacific, including Okinawa and Taiwan, is increasingly becoming a new frontier for electronic warfare.
US NSA Sullivan to Visit Tokyo for Talks With Japan, Philippines, South Korea Officials
By Aamer Madhani
Just before U.S. Secretary of State Blinken heads to China, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will meet with U.S. allies in the region.
It’s Official: US Secretary of State Blinken Will Visit China
By Shannon Tiezzi
The U.S. and Chinese governments confirmed Blinken's trip for June 18-19, while also giving a preview of their narratives on the engagement.
From Follower to Leader: Japan’s Emergence as a Fully-Fledged Regional Security Actor
By Aurelia George Mulgan
Not only has Japan become an indispensable ally for the U.S. in contingency planning, but Tokyo is also no longer relying solely on the United States to deter China.
Taiwan Rocked by Wave of Sexual Harassment, Assault Allegations
By Brian Hioe
In the past two weeks, Taiwan has seen a growing number of #MeToo style allegations, especially against political figures.
Toyota Shareholders Reject Proposal Demanding Better Performance on Climate Change
By Yuri Kageyama
Toyota's chairman, Akio Toyoda, and other company officials defended their green record.
Japan’s 2023 Development Cooperation Charter: The Aid-Security Nexus
By James Kaizuka
Tokyo’s new blueprint for development assistance expands the role of one of Japan’s greatest national strengths into the realm of geostrategy, building on the philosophy of former PM Abe Shinzo.
China Hosts Palestinian President Abbas as Beijing Steps up Middle East Diplomacy
By Shannon Tiezzi
After mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia, is Beijing serious about addressing the Israel-Palestine conflict?
Japan’s Lower House Passes Bill to Promote LGBTQ Awareness, But Not Guarantee Rights
By Mari Yamaguchi
Japan is the only member of the Group of Seven leading industrialized nations that does not have LGTBQ legal protections.
Riding the Tiger: Ethno-nationalism and China’s Foreign Policy
By Orson Tan
Having built up the U.S. as a perceived enemy seeking to forestall China's rightful greatness, the CCP has few off-ramps from its aggressive stance.
US Secretary of State Blinken Poised to Finally Make His China Trip
By Shannon Tiezzi
Over four months after a previously planned trip was canceled due to “balloon-gate,” Antony Blinken is reportedly heading to Beijing.
China Struggles With Weak Post-COVID Economic Recovery
By Associated Press
China’s economy rebounded at the start of 2023, but after a good first quarter, factory output and consumer spending are weakening.