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Japan's Collective Self-Defense: Implications for Asia

Japan's Collective Self-Defense: Implications for Asia

By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck speak to Clint Richards about Japan reinterpreting its constitution.

Abe’s Collective Self-Defense Cabinet Approval Imminent

Abe’s Collective Self-Defense Cabinet Approval Imminent

By Clint Richards
A new government draft has garnered coalition support, and could be approved as early as next week.
Shinzo Abe’s Constitutional Ambitions

Shinzo Abe’s Constitutional Ambitions

By Jeremy A. Yellen
Despite widespread opposition, Japan’s PM is determined to reinterpret the constitution.

Japanese Arms-Trade for Domestic Consumption

Japanese Arms-Trade for Domestic Consumption

By Clint Richards
Japan may use the prospect of large arms deals with Australia to influence public sentiment over military normalization.

LDP Sets Stage for Next Collective Self-Defense Talks

LDP Sets Stage for Next Collective Self-Defense Talks

By Clint Richards
Japan’s coalition partners are looking to iron out their differences over ‘grey-zone issues’ this week.

New Komeito Stalls on Collective Self-Defense

New Komeito Stalls on Collective Self-Defense

By Clint Richards
While Japan’s coalition partners argue over the agenda, Abe announces a new Cabinet position to push the issue in the Diet.

Japan-North Korea Negotiations to Resume

Japan-North Korea Negotiations to Resume

By Clint Richards
Despite intense rhetoric, there is space for tactical concessions and further detente.
Japan to Build Defense Camps Near Disputed Islands

Japan to Build Defense Camps Near Disputed Islands

By Clint Richards
GSDF camps are to be built on three islands near the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands to handle “remote island attacks.”

The Day After Abe’s Panel Report on Collective Self-Defense

The Day After Abe’s Panel Report on Collective Self-Defense

By Clint Richards
The LDP has made its case for collective self-defense. Will coalition partner New Komeito influence the process?

Abe Reassures After Election Victory

Abe Reassures After Election Victory

Shinzo Abe gets the Upper House victory he wanted, and then moves to reassure voters as to his intentions.

The Taxing Issue

The Taxing Issue

Big party support for a consumption tax hike leaves opposing voters few alternatives.

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