Japan

As it recovers from disaster, Japan has a huge chance to tackle issues vital to its future security. But it will need leadership from the next generation.

Massive flooding, a cyclone, catastrophic earthquakes and a nuclear crisis—there are plenty of lessons for Asia-Pacific leaders to learn.

The reaction to the earthquake and tsunami in Japan has been mostly sympathetic.

As Japan grapples with a nuclear incident following Friday’s earthquake, it’s important not to rush to judgement.

As Japan grapples with a nuclear incident following Friday’s earthquake, it’s important not to rush to judgement.

Two recent incidents underscore the ongoing tensions between Japan and China. How will Japan respond?

Bartering Taiwan for better ties with China is a mistake. Ambitious powers see such concessions as an appetizer, not dessert.

Chinese defence spending is back to double-digit growth. Neighbours Japan and South Korea will likely be nervous.

Its new space strategy calls for the US to reach out to allies in Asia. But will differences with China undermine progress?

The new US military strategy underscores the challenge of a rising China. But there’s more to the plans than just more hardware spending.

Russia and Japan must resolve the Kuril Islands/Northern Territories issue if they want to build closer strategic ties.

Frozen out of talks and wanting attention, the Kim regime made a calculated decision to up the ante in 2010, Weston Konishi tells The Diplomat.