Japan Ukraine response

From attempts at flattery and concerted diplomacy in 2014, Tokyo has pivoted to sanctions in lockstep with the rest of the G-7.

After his successful tour of 5 G-7 partners, Japan’s three main challenges are apparent: Russia, China, and nuclear weapons.

Relations between the two nations have reached their lowest point amid further unprecedented Japanese sanctions against Russia.

The case of the Ukrainian refugees, who do not fall into the traditional definition of refugees, could add momentum to efforts to overhaul Japan’s refugee and immigration policies.

Japan's prime minister stressed that Russia and China pose similar threats to the rules-based international order.

Kishida’s response to the war in Ukraine has been surprisingly robust.

Insights from Jeffrey Hornung.

Is the war in Ukraine creating a Japanese Zeitenwende? It might be up to Prime Minister Kishida.

Prime Minister Kishida has moved forward with sanctions on Russia after its invasion of Ukraine. So far the public is willing to shoulder the economic burden.  

Japan’s willingness to embrace Ukrainian refugees stems from its hierarchical view of the world and its economic-first view of migrants.

Tokyo is taking a greater role in the international effort against Russia's invasion of Ukraine because of concerns about its impact on East Asia, where China's military has grown increasingly assertive.