Joe Biden

The favorable view of Trump’s policy combined with a pessimism of Biden as it relates to Japan is both unfounded and misguided

Agreeing on an agenda quill prove a difficult task, with the Afghan government prioritizing a ceasefire and the Taliban a political arrangement. 

Complete rupture and a “cold war” with China is one possibility, while peaceful and mutually beneficial coexistence is another and better option. 

The Trump administration has gifted autocrats with three key tools for consolidating their strength at home.

Xi's call came shortly after the official transition process began.

Japan retains some lingering perceptions of Democratic Party policies on China.

Will a Biden administration renew attention on Southeast Asia?

The Trump administration has left Biden few options in Afghanistan, and the Taliban aren’t going anywhere.

Elections have consequences, and so do electoral uncertainties.

How will U.S. President-elect Joe Biden manage the U.S.-China relationship?

Instead of a statement from President Xi or even the foreign minister, a spokesperson offered the briefest of congratulations.