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Japan-ASEAN relations
Japan and India: Concerted Efforts at Regional Diplomacy
By Tan Ming Hui and Nazia Hussain
How Japan and India can cooperate to increase engagement with ASEAN – without alarming China.
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Japanese Defense Diplomacy and ASEAN
August 26, 2016
Japanese Defense Diplomacy and ASEAN
What is the real purpose of Japan’s stepped up defense cooperation in Southeast Asia?
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Japanese Defense Diplomacy and ASEAN
Japan, Thailand Eye Stronger Security Ties
June 13, 2016
Japan, Thailand Eye Stronger Security Ties
Tokyo and Bangkok looked to boost their defense relations during Gen Nakatani’s recent visit.
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Japan, Thailand Eye Stronger Security Ties
Japan, Myanmar Eye Stronger Defense Ties
June 08, 2016
Japan, Myanmar Eye Stronger Defense Ties
Two sides discuss defense relations during Gen Nakatani’s visit to the Southeast Asian state.
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Japan, Myanmar Eye Stronger Defense Ties
How China Boosts Japan's Security Role in Southeast Asia
May 16, 2016
How China Boosts Japan's Security Role in Southeast Asia
China's claims to the South China Sea are accelerating a trend of growing security cooperation between Japan and ASEAN.
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How China Boosts Japan's Security Role in Southeast Asia
Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
April 04, 2016
Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
Flotilla of three ships another sign of growing bilateral defense cooperation.
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Japan Submarine, Destroyers Visit Philippines
Japanese Submarine to Visit the Philippines Amid South China Sea Tensions
March 08, 2016
Japanese Submarine to Visit the Philippines Amid South China Sea Tensions
Sub set to arrive in Subic Bay in April along with two destroyers which will then move on to Vietnam’s Cam Ranh Bay.
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Japanese Submarine to Visit the Philippines Amid South China Sea Tensions
Japan and the ‘Maritime Pivot’ to Southeast Asia
December 14, 2015
Japan and the ‘Maritime Pivot’ to Southeast Asia
Given domestic and regional realities, how involved can Japan be in the South China Sea?
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Japan and the ‘Maritime Pivot’ to Southeast Asia
Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
November 17, 2015
Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
Both sides will reportedly ink an agreement in principle on military technology.
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Japan, Philippines to Agree New Military Deal on APEC Sidelines
Japan Pledges New Vessels, Loans to Vietnam in Boost to Strategic Partnership
September 16, 2015
Japan Pledges New Vessels, Loans to Vietnam in Boost to Strategic Partnership
Tokyo and Hanoi strengthen their security and economic ties.
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Japan Pledges New Vessels, Loans to Vietnam in Boost to Strategic Partnership
Japan, ASEAN Discuss Defense Exports, Disaster Relief Cooperation
February 19, 2014
Japan, ASEAN Discuss Defense Exports, Disaster Relief Cooperation
Japanese and ASEAN officials met to discuss potential Japanese defense exports.
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Japan, ASEAN Discuss Defense Exports, Disaster Relief Cooperation
Japan and the United States Renew Commitments to Maritime Security
December 28, 2013
Japan and the United States Renew Commitments to Maritime Security
The U.S. and Japan have taken to strengthening their alliances across Southeast Asia.
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Japan and the United States Renew Commitments to Maritime Security
Japan Doubles Down on ASEAN
December 23, 2013
Japan Doubles Down on ASEAN
Tokyo has had a busy year reaching out to ASEAN countries. Will the effort continue in 2014?
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Japan Doubles Down on ASEAN
The Courtship of ASEAN
September 23, 2013
The Courtship of ASEAN
ASEAN is enjoying unprecedented attention from the great powers. Clever diplomacy will ensure the benefits continue.
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The Courtship of ASEAN
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Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
December 12, 2018
Satoru Nagao on the Japan-India ‘Special’ Relationship
The Diplomat talks with Saturo Nagao about the trajectory of ties between Japan and India in the wider Indo-Pacific.
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