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Japan Pledges Support For Asia-wide Decarbonization

Japan Pledges Support For Asia-wide Decarbonization

By Thisanka Siripala
Japan aims to lead Asia toward a carbon-free society but failed to commit to a turn away from fossil fuel projects. 
Japan’s Princess Mako Marries Commoner, Loses Royal Status

Japan’s Princess Mako Marries Commoner, Loses Royal Status

By Mari Yamaguchi
The couple will move together to New York to start a new life after facing intense scrutiny and criticism in Japan.

Japan Leader Calls for Greater Military Capability, Spending

Japan Leader Calls for Greater Military Capability, Spending

By Mari Yamaguchi
Kishida said Japan's security environment has been rapidly changing.

JIMEX-21: India-Japan Maritime Exercise

JIMEX-21: India-Japan Maritime Exercise

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
In addition to India-Japan exercises, there have been several other naval exercises in the region in recent months involving a growing roster of countries.

A Turning Point for Japan-US Climate Cooperation? 

A Turning Point for Japan-US Climate Cooperation? 

By Florentine Koppenborg and Ulv Hanssen
Biden needs to put more pressure on Japan to abandon coal.
Japan’s Kishida: A Dove in Hawk’s Clothing?

Japan’s Kishida: A Dove in Hawk’s Clothing?

By John Nilsson-Wright
The new Japanese prime minister will find it a challenge to unite his divided party while also winning the confidence of an increasingly skeptical electorate.

Japan PM Kishida’s New Ministry and the Legacy of Abenomics 

Japan PM Kishida’s New Ministry and the Legacy of Abenomics 

By Thisanka Siripala
While Kishida retains many of his predecessor's economic policies, his mission to reduce income disparities represents a fresh take on economic security.
Japan’s New PM to Seek Fresh Mandate to Handle Virus, Economy

Japan’s New PM to Seek Fresh Mandate to Handle Virus, Economy

By Mari Yamaguchi
Kishida said he would dissolve the lower house next week in preparation for October 31 elections.

Revisiting RCEP’s Trade Implications

Revisiting RCEP’s Trade Implications

By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard and Wei Liang
What are the implications of RCEP for trade? The second of a four-part series looks at the agreement’s impact on trade.

Suga Bows Out of Party Vote, Paves Way for New Japan Leader

Suga Bows Out of Party Vote, Paves Way for New Japan Leader

By Mari Yamaguchi
The Liberal Democrats and their coalition partner have a majority in parliament. Whoever wins the September 29 party vote is likely to become the new prime minister. 

In a First, US Jets Will Fly Off a Japanese Warship This Fall

In a First, US Jets Will Fly Off a Japanese Warship This Fall

By Steven Stashwick
Marine Corps F-35B fighters will operate off Japan’s modified “helicopter destroyers.”
Are Yasukuni Shrine Visits a Sign of Rising Nationalism in Japan?

Are Yasukuni Shrine Visits a Sign of Rising Nationalism in Japan?

By Gabriel Fung
Conservative politicians have aggressively tried to cultivate nationalism in the Japanese public. Are visits to the Yasukuni Shrine effective in that pursuit?

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