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Senkaku/Diaoyu islands
Will the U.S. Really Defend Japan?
By Paul Sracic
Despite the president’s statements, the reality appears much more complicated.
The Consequences of Shaming Politics in East Asia
By Tom Le
In disputes over history and territory, the PR fight is intense … and damaging.
International Law Won't Solve Asia's Territorial Disputes
By Dingding Chen
International law won't solve all of Asia's problems. In fact, it could exacerbate them.
No End-Game for China-Japan Conflict Resolution
By Clint Richards
Both countries are allowing second-tier disputes to cloud their ability to engage on existential problems.
Shinzo Abe’s Constitutional Ambitions
By Jeremy A. Yellen
Despite widespread opposition, Japan’s PM is determined to reinterpret the constitution.
China and the U.S.: Whose Strategic Mistake?
By Amitai Etzioni
‘China had best keep in mind that no one has a monopoly on making strategic mistakes.’
Taiwan: An Emerging Asset for Chinese Expansion?
By Shang-su Wu
A cross-Strait political agreement could bolster both Chinese and Taiwanese claims in East Asia.
Drop the Double Standard on Japanese Defense
By Aurelia George Mulgan
Can Abe’s ambitions really be viewed as a return of prewar Japanese militarism?
Why the U.S. Should Welcome Japan’s ‘Spear’ Capability
By Ayumi Teraoka
Despite slightly diverging views, Japan and the U.S. are capable of strengthening regional security.
South China Sea Clash: Asia’s Dangerous Game
By Sreeram Chaulia
It is time for East Asia to step up cooperation to check expansionist tendencies.
Reviewing Obama’s Trip to Asia
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Diplomat speaks with Dr. Jonathan Pollack, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, about Obama’s goals for the trip, and the major events at each of his stops.
Tokyo Governor Yoichi Masuzoe Visits Beijing
By Shannon Tiezzi
Masuzoe's visit to Beijing shows China is willing to interact with Japan -- but only on its terms.