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Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Diplomat talks with Saturo Nagao about the trajectory of ties between Japan and India in the wider Indo-Pacific.
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At UN, Japan's Abe Defends the Rules-Based Order
September 27, 2018
At UN, Japan's Abe Defends the Rules-Based Order
Abe promises to defend free trade while resolving long-standing issues with Japan's neighbors.
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At UN, Japan's Abe Defends the Rules-Based Order
3 More Years of Abe: Japan's Foreign Policy Future
September 22, 2018
3 More Years of Abe: Japan's Foreign Policy Future
A round-up of the foreign policy challenges facing Japan's prime minister as he enters his final term.
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3 More Years of Abe: Japan's Foreign Policy Future
Japan’s New ASEAN Defense Initiative in the Spotlight with First Disaster Relief Engagement
February 27, 2018
Japan’s New ASEAN Defense Initiative in the Spotlight with First Disaster Relief Engagement
Tokyo rolls out yet another activity as part of its increased regional defense engagement with Southeast Asia.
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Japan’s New ASEAN Defense Initiative in the Spotlight with First Disaster Relief Engagement
Japan, Philippines Boost Defense Ties in Duterte-Abe Summit
November 16, 2017
Japan, Philippines Boost Defense Ties in Duterte-Abe Summit
The meeting in Manila saw further progress on security relations between the two sides.
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Japan, Philippines Boost Defense Ties in Duterte-Abe Summit
Abe’s Cul-de-Sac Foreign Policy: Between Entrapment and Abandonment
September 11, 2017
Abe’s Cul-de-Sac Foreign Policy: Between Entrapment and Abandonment
There is a third alternative Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe should consider pursuing.
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Abe’s Cul-de-Sac Foreign Policy: Between Entrapment and Abandonment
Japan’s First Overseas Military Drill Spotlights Growing Security Role
February 23, 2017
Japan’s First Overseas Military Drill Spotlights Growing Security Role
Tokyo’s defense forces conducted their first drill outside of Japan alongside Asia’s largest multinational exercise.
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Japan’s First Overseas Military Drill Spotlights Growing Security Role
Japan Warship Visit to Cambodia Spotlights Defense Ties
February 07, 2017
Japan Warship Visit to Cambodia Spotlights Defense Ties
An opportunity to appreciate an aspect of the relationship that often does not get the attention it deserves.
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Japan Warship Visit to Cambodia Spotlights Defense Ties
Why the New Japan-Australia Military Pact Matters
January 18, 2017
Why the New Japan-Australia Military Pact Matters
A closer look at the significance of the signing of a new defense pact.
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Why the New Japan-Australia Military Pact Matters
Abe's Upcoming India Visit: Breaking New Ground in Japan-India Relations
December 09, 2015
Abe's Upcoming India Visit: Breaking New Ground in Japan-India Relations
The trip could see some further boosts to cooperation between the two Asian giants.
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Abe's Upcoming India Visit: Breaking New Ground in Japan-India Relations
Japan Wary of Rising Russia Threat: Ex-Defense Minister
September 10, 2015
Japan Wary of Rising Russia Threat: Ex-Defense Minister
Former official notes Tokyo’s concern about growing provocations from Moscow.
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Japan Wary of Rising Russia Threat: Ex-Defense Minister
The Future of US-Japan-Vietnam Trilateral Cooperation
June 23, 2015
The Future of US-Japan-Vietnam Trilateral Cooperation
A closer look at an idea that has received growing attention.
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The Future of US-Japan-Vietnam Trilateral Cooperation
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Erin Murphy on the State of Myanmar’s Economy
April 09, 2019
Erin Murphy on the State of Myanmar’s Economy
A conversation on the future of Myanmar's economy, and the implications for domestic and international actors.
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