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Deterring North Korea
May 24, 2017

Deterring North Korea

By Masashi Murano
The United States and its allies need to review and reconstruct their multi-layered deterrence strategy.
What Role for Japan in Africa’s Security After Withdrawal from South Sudan?
May 24, 2017

What Role for Japan in Africa’s Security After Withdrawal from South Sudan?

By Céline Pajon
There still is a big gap between the discourse and the reality of what Japan wants—and what it can achieve in Africa.

Japan Self-Defense Force Withdraws From South Sudan
March 13, 2017

Japan Self-Defense Force Withdraws From South Sudan

By Yuki Tatsumi
The decision highlights the domestic constraints on Japan's defense activities abroad.

The Invisible Achilles' Heel in Japan's Defense Plan
February 27, 2016

The Invisible Achilles' Heel in Japan's Defense Plan

By Yuki Tatsumi
Even as it invests in more equipment, Japan needs to do more to take care of its Self Defense personnel.

Japan's Military Gets New Rules of Engagement
September 30, 2015

Japan's Military Gets New Rules of Engagement

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The United States and Japan are also working on a new joint action plan for the defense of the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands.
US Admiral: Japanese Operations in South China Sea 'Make Sense' in the Future
January 30, 2015

US Admiral: Japanese Operations in South China Sea 'Make Sense' in the Future

By Ankit Panda
The United States might support Japanese military operations in the South China Sea.

US Grows Concerned About Japan’s Military Revival
August 10, 2013

US Grows Concerned About Japan’s Military Revival

Despite prodding Tokyo to shoulder more of its defense for years, Washington is growing uneasy at this prospect.

Japan Mulls a Preemptive Strike Capability
June 04, 2013

Japan Mulls a Preemptive Strike Capability

Tokyo says it has the right to attack imminent threats. The political repercussions could be huge.

Japan Explores War Scenarios with China
January 09, 2013

Japan Explores War Scenarios with China

Japan’s Defense Ministry explores three scenarios in which Tokyo could come to blows with Beijing.

Thinking About the Unthinkable: War in the Senkakus
October 07, 2012

Thinking About the Unthinkable: War in the Senkakus

Japan is at a disadvantage in the Senkakus despite the Self-Defense Forces’ superior quality.

How Japan Sees its Military
August 17, 2012

How Japan Sees its Military

Those worried about Tokyo’s military don’t appreciate how the Japanese view their ‘defense’ forces.

Australia’s Japanese Sub Play
July 12, 2012

Australia’s Japanese Sub Play

Australia has begun discussions concerning a new submarine class. Could a Japanese solution be the answer? Harry Kazianis explains.

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