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Shinzo Abe visit to Russia

A New Cold War With Russia Forces Japan to Choose Sides

By James D. J. Brown

How long can Japan keep up its balancing act between Russia and the West?

Japan's 'New Approach' to Russia

June 18, 2016

Japan's 'New Approach' to Russia

Abe hopes economic interactions will help compel Russia to compromise on a territorial dispute.

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Japan's 'New Approach' to Russia

Is the Japan-Russia Honeymoon Over Before It Even Began?

June 08, 2016

Is the Japan-Russia Honeymoon Over Before It Even Began?

Japan and Russia's attempt at rapprochement once again runs straight into harsh geopolitical realities.

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Is the Japan-Russia Honeymoon Over Before It Even Began?

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