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Japan: Why the TPP Bill Will Pass the Diet

Japan: Why the TPP Bill Will Pass the Diet

By Markus Winter
Despite opposition efforts, here is why the bill will pass through parliament.
Can Japan's Opposition Unite to Dethrone the LDP?

Can Japan's Opposition Unite to Dethrone the LDP?

By Mina Pollmann
By-elections in April will be a testing ground for major opposition parties' election strategy.

How Can Japan Improve Its Relations With China and South Korea?

How Can Japan Improve Its Relations With China and South Korea?

By Yuki Tatsumi
The China-Japan-South Korea trilateral was a good thing for Japan, but much work lies ahead.

Japan: Splits, Mergers and Alliances

Japan: Splits, Mergers and Alliances

By Christopher Pearson
A Japanese party splits, and that could signal a new round of mergers and alliances.

Shinzo Abe Refrains From Joining Japanese Lawmakers at Yasukuni Shrine

Shinzo Abe Refrains From Joining Japanese Lawmakers at Yasukuni Shrine

By Ankit Panda
The Japanese prime minister seems to have learned his lesson about visiting Yasukuni.
Trans-Pacific Partnership: Prospects and Challenges

Trans-Pacific Partnership: Prospects and Challenges

By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda speaks with Devin Stewart about the Trans-Pacific Partnership.

With His Reelection As LDP President, Shinzo Abe Is Firmly in the Saddle

With His Reelection As LDP President, Shinzo Abe Is Firmly in the Saddle

By Rupakjyoti Borah
With his reelection as LDP president, Shinzo Abe appears to be immovable.
Japanese Election: Abe’s Mandate?

Japanese Election: Abe’s Mandate?

By Aurelia George Mulgan
Understanding Abe’s mandate requires understanding what a political mandate really is.

Japan Plans New Law to Speed Military Deployment

Japan Plans New Law to Speed Military Deployment

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A new permanent law on dispatching JSDF overseas would not require a constitutional amendment.

LDP Hegemony and the Future of Japanese Foreign Policy

LDP Hegemony and the Future of Japanese Foreign Policy

By Peter Harris
With Shinzo Abe returned to power, is Japan back to an era of foreign policy stability?

Abe's Post-Election Agenda for Japan

Abe's Post-Election Agenda for Japan

By Shannon Tiezzi
Dr. Sheila Smith on Japan's snap elections and the challenges facing Abe moving forward.
Another Four Years for Abe

Another Four Years for Abe

By Sheila A. Smith
With record low turnout, Sunday's election nonetheless sent some clear messages.

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