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Japan and North Korea to Continue Abductee Negotiations

Japan and North Korea to Continue Abductee Negotiations

By Clint Richards
There is more to be gained from next week’s negotiations than aid and lost citizens.
No, the US-Japan Security Treaty Isn’t One-Sided

No, the US-Japan Security Treaty Isn’t One-Sided

By Stephen Stapczynski
The treaty gives the US benefits within the Asia-Pacific region that far outweigh the costs.

Is Abe Trading Economic Reform for Collective Self-Defense?

Is Abe Trading Economic Reform for Collective Self-Defense?

By Clint Richards
The announcement of Abe’s ‘third arrow’ suggests he is more serious about defense than economic reform.

Abe Gets a Boost for Article 9 Rewrite

Abe Gets a Boost for Article 9 Rewrite

By Clint Richards
Coalition partner New Komeito and regional allies show support for more involvement in regional security.

Shinzo Abe’s Constitutional Ambitions

Shinzo Abe’s Constitutional Ambitions

By Jeremy A. Yellen
Despite widespread opposition, Japan’s PM is determined to reinterpret the constitution.
Vietnam’s Role in Japan’s Southeast Asia Strategy

Vietnam’s Role in Japan’s Southeast Asia Strategy

By Clint Richards
Japan is calibrating its cooperation with Vietnam in order to support Abe’s larger agenda.

LDP Sets Stage for Next Collective Self-Defense Talks

LDP Sets Stage for Next Collective Self-Defense Talks

By Clint Richards
Japan’s coalition partners are looking to iron out their differences over ‘grey-zone issues’ this week.
New Komeito Stalls on Collective Self-Defense

New Komeito Stalls on Collective Self-Defense

By Clint Richards
While Japan’s coalition partners argue over the agenda, Abe announces a new Cabinet position to push the issue in the Diet.

Japan to Build Defense Camps Near Disputed Islands

Japan to Build Defense Camps Near Disputed Islands

By Clint Richards
GSDF camps are to be built on three islands near the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands to handle “remote island attacks.”

The Day After Abe’s Panel Report on Collective Self-Defense

The Day After Abe’s Panel Report on Collective Self-Defense

By Clint Richards
The LDP has made its case for collective self-defense. Will coalition partner New Komeito influence the process?

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