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Japan
Japan and India's Growing Embrace
With Shinzo Abe’s return in Japan, expect Tokyo and Delhi’s already strong ties to reach new heights.
Japan, China Scramble Military Jets in East China Sea
Tensions continue to mount in the East China Sea between Japan and China over disputed islands.
2020 Olympics: Tokyo's to Lose?
While Japan’s capital city seems to be the favorite to host the games, Istanbul and Madrid are in hot pursuit.
Shinzo Abe Returns As Japan’s Prime Minister
Facing a tough economy, demographic challenges and a rising China, Japan’s parliament makes it official.
Holiday Gift: Asia Thinking Stimulus
As Australia admits the idea of a budget surplus is over, other nations could implement some form of economic stimulus.
How Beijing Sees Abe's Return
In condemning Shinzo Abe’s return as Japan’s prime minister, China inadvertently shows why it might be a good thing.
Can “Abenomics” Save Japan’s Economy?
On Sunday Japanese voters gave Shinzo Abe and the LDP a landslide win. Can he revive Japan’s growth prospects?
What Is Japan’s Clout?
In the world of geopolitics there are different ways to measure a nation’s “clout.” Where does Japan rank?
The Real Fog of War: Assumptions
“A lesson from 1905: to succeed in international competition, take off your cultural blinkers…”
Preparations for North Korea's Rocket Launch Heat Up
Japan has ordered its military to intercept any N. Korean rocket or its debris that falls towards its territory.
North Korea’s Satellite Launch Dilemma
N. Korea’s upcoming satellite launch presents a unique challenge to its neighbors – and raises the stakes.
The Pointless Debate Over Japan's Decline
Talk of Japanese decline sheds little light on the strengths and weaknesses of the country– or how its problems can be solved.