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What Will Japan’s New Prime Minister Mean for the Economy?
September 23, 2021

What Will Japan’s New Prime Minister Mean for the Economy?

By Anthony Fensom
The markets are backing the maverick Kono to prevail as the LDP presidential race heats up.

Tokyo Global Financial Center Under the Spotlight Again
September 26, 2017

Tokyo Global Financial Center Under the Spotlight Again

By Sayuri Shirai
What does Japan need to do to make Tokyo a true global financial center?
No Rest For Reform As Japan’s Economy Surges Ahead
August 16, 2017

No Rest For Reform As Japan’s Economy Surges Ahead

By Anthony Fensom
Tokyo beat growth expectations last quarter -- scoring a sixth straight quarter of growth. But there's more work to do.

Abenomics Back On Track as Japan's Abe Marks Longevity Record
June 06, 2017

Abenomics Back On Track as Japan's Abe Marks Longevity Record

By Anthony Fensom
2017 could mark a turning point for the prime minister's signature economic reform policy.

Asia’s New Year Resolutions for 2017
January 03, 2017

Asia’s New Year Resolutions for 2017

By Anthony Fensom
Suggested goals for Asia's major economies in the new year.

Groundhog Day in Japan
December 16, 2016

Groundhog Day in Japan

By Markus Winter
What to expect after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s term extension as leader of Japan’s ruling party.

Interview: Weak Japan Opposition Loses Ground
July 20, 2016

Interview: Weak Japan Opposition Loses Ground

By Anthony Fensom
An interview with Donna Weeks on Japan's election result and its implications for the future of Japanese politics.
Japan and the West’s Crisis of Confidence
July 19, 2016

Japan and the West’s Crisis of Confidence

By Ben Rimland
Japan has largely escaped the wave of turmoil gripping the West. Can it take advantage of the chance to lead?

2015: Japan's Year in Review
January 09, 2016

2015: Japan's Year in Review

By Mina Pollmann
Looking back at 2015 and ahead to 2016 for Japan and PM Shinzo Abe.

Japanese PM Abe Urges Most Drastic Reforms Since WW2
February 18, 2015

Japanese PM Abe Urges Most Drastic Reforms Since WW2

By Mina Pollmann
Shinzo Abe called on Japan's Diet to push through structural reforms in the coming year.

Abe Wraps Up Latin America Tour
August 04, 2014

Abe Wraps Up Latin America Tour

By Clint Richards
The usual deals have been signed, while Abe hints at greater access for foreign partners.
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