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Abe Scraps Japan's 1 Percent GDP Defense Spending Cap

Abe Scraps Japan's 1 Percent GDP Defense Spending Cap

By John Wright
The announcement removes one of the major obstacles to Japan's defense transformation.
Japan’s Regional Strategy Reveals an Ally at Risk

Japan’s Regional Strategy Reveals an Ally at Risk

By Jeremy Maxie and Grant Newsham
Washington is the glue that holds together whatever informal security arrangements Tokyo aspires to develop in Asia.

Japan-Thailand Defense Relations in the Spotlight

Japan-Thailand Defense Relations in the Spotlight

By Prashanth Parameswaran
In light of news of a potential radar deal, it is worth putting things in broader perspective.

What Sort of Defense Build-Up Does Japan Really Need?

What Sort of Defense Build-Up Does Japan Really Need?

By Yuki Tatsumi
Amid rising tensions in Northeast Asia, what should Japan's defense priorities be?

Japan, Myanmar Eye Stronger Defense Ties

Japan, Myanmar Eye Stronger Defense Ties

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Two sides discuss defense relations during Gen Nakatani’s visit to the Southeast Asian state.
Japan-Australia Relations: Beyond the ‘2+2’

Japan-Australia Relations: Beyond the ‘2+2’

By Yuki Tatsumi
Japan and Australia created a new framework for defense cooperation. Now comes the hard part: actually cooperating.

Japan Wary of Rising Russia Threat: Ex-Defense Minister

Japan Wary of Rising Russia Threat: Ex-Defense Minister

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Former official notes Tokyo’s concern about growing provocations from Moscow.
Surprise: Japan Sees China as Its Main National Security Threat

Surprise: Japan Sees China as Its Main National Security Threat

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Tokyo’s 2015 defense white paper highlights concerns over Beijing’s maritime ambitions in Asia.

Abe’s Ongoing Defense Policy Changes

Abe’s Ongoing Defense Policy Changes

By Emily S. Chen
The Japanese government continues to push ahead with changes to Japan’s defense policy.

Japan to Open Military Aid Channel

By Ankit Panda
Japan's new Development Cooperation Charter will allow for non-combat military aid and prioritize Southeast Asia.

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