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Shinzo Abe
Pragmatism Returns to Japan’s North Korea Policy
By Sebastian Maslow
Japan and North Korea appear to have just enough leverage for legitimate negotiations.
Shangri-La Dialogue: The Aftermath
By Clint Richards
As China rebuts Hagel and Abe’s remarks, the region waits to see what might be on offer in return for cooperation.
To Lead In Asia, Japan Must Take China to Court
By Zachary Keck
Acknowledging the Senkaku dispute and appealing to international law would benefit both Japan and ASEAN.
Shangri-La Dialogue Highlights Regional Tensions
By Shannon Tiezzi
With numerous Asia-Pacific spats going on, the annual security dialogue in Singapore revealed intra-regional fractures.
Abe’s Attempt to Corner China Through Diplomacy
By Clint Richards
Japan is reaching out to Southeast Asia and seeking to control the discourse around its new security policy.
Japanese-DPRK Agreement on Sanctions and Abductees
By Clint Richards
Japan agrees to ease North Korean sanctions in return for a renewed investigation into its abducted citizens.
Abe and Kepco Push Nuclear Restart
By Clint Richards
The government and nuclear companies maneuver to restart Japan’s reactors, as nearby cities dig in.
Japan Pushes for Stronger Ties with Southeast Asia
By Clint Richards
Japan extends economic and military incentives in hopes of rebalancing Southeast Asia.
China and Japan Battle for Russia’s Allegiance
By Zachary Keck
Russia’s importance and non-alignment has Tokyo and Beijing competing for its hearts and minds.
Shangri-La Dialogue: Beijing’s Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove
By Nick Bisley and Brendan Taylor
China’s approach to this year’s Dialogue is communicating a simple message.
BOJ Hints at Tapering, Emphasizes Reform
By Clint Richards
As signs of inflation emerge, some central bank officials want Abe to follow through with structural reforms.
Modi is NOT India’s Shinzo Abe
By Jeffrey W. Hornung and Shyam Tekwani
Despite obvious similarities, Modi and Abe differ substantially. Still, Indo-Japanese ties will flourish under them.