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Shinzo Abe
‘New Nationalism’ in Japan
By Dennis McCornac
A turn toward military normalization threatens Japan position as a peaceful international leader.
Pope Francis Meets Korean ‘Comfort Women’
By Shannon Tiezzi
On his last day in South Korea, the pope greeted Korean "comfort women."
The New Face of Japan’s Leadership
By Clint Richards
A Cabinet of new ministers could make holding course difficult on Abe’s flagship policies.
Modi Set to Visit Abe in Japan On Aug 31
By Clint Richards
This first state visit will highlight how closely the two leaders can cooperate on trade and defense deals.
Pyongyang’s New Demands Could Derail Japanese Abductee Negotiations
By Clint Richards
New requests for aid could raise the costs of Japan’s continued cooperation with the Hermit Kingdom.
Abe: A Shrewd Cabinet Shuffle?
By Clint Richards
While maintaining course on policy, Abe is attempting to retain power and possibly deflect public dissatisfaction.
Japan’s New Remote Island Defense Plan
By Clint Richards
The Japanese government is pursuing a comprehensive plan to exert control over its far-flung islands.
Putin Sends Mixed Messages to US and Japan
By Clint Richards
Moscow is drawing a line in the sand in Ukraine, while putting negotiations with Tokyo on ice.
Sovereign Debt: Eroding Japan’s National Security
By Andrew Windsor
Japan’s rising public debt has implications that go beyond its economy.
Yasukuni May Be Out, But Does a Meeting With Abe Help Xi?
By Clint Richards
Even if Abe doesn’t visit, Xi will have to decide how much a summit will cost him at home.
Japan Wants Talks With China in Myanmar
By Clint Richards
Japan is lobbying for a high-level visit this weekend despite a lack of concessions.
North Korea’s Abductions and Abe’s Politics of Justice
By Markus Bell
With the resumption of talks this year, the abductee issue could be a win-win for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.