Japan

The Philippines has the potential to be a key maritime partner for Japan and the United States.

As public opinion turns against nuclear power in Asia’s democracies, could China step in and grab some extra strategic clout in the process?

Signs of energy conservation can be seen all over Tokyo. Could Japan become a model for low consumption?

With an eye on China’s military, Japan is best served by an asymmetric approach to its sea defences.

Terrorism might not be Japan’s top international concern. Still, Osama bin Laden’s death is welcome.

Terrorism might not be Japan’s top international concern. Still, Osama bin Laden’s death is welcome.

Massively indebted, Japan needs new funds to pay for recovery efforts and kick-start its economy. It’s time to be innovative.

With US attention focused on the Arab World and Pakistan, will Kim Jong-il spring another attention seeking nuclear surprise?

The Tohoku earthquake in March was a devastating blow for Japan. But could it spark a national renewal?

It would be tempting for Japan to withdraw inward following last month’s earthquake and tsunami. So far, though, its leaders have resisted.

Does India have a grand maritime narrative? Its navy will be disadvantaged if strategy is devised on the hoof.

Hopes that the Tohoku earthquake in Japan could lead to closer ties between China and Japan look premature.