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US-Japan Alliance
Japan’s Leader Vows to Boost Nation’s Role in US Alliance
By Associated Press
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pledged Sunday to bolster his country's role under its security pact with the U.S. in "outer space and cyberspace."
Remembering Nakasone and US Asia Policy in the 1980s
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the significance of the late Japanese premier through the lens of U.S. Asia policy during the period.
Assessing US Alliance Management in Asia Under the Trump Administration
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the developments we have seen in U.S. alliances and partnerships in the region.
Time for Trilateral Coordination on 5G
By Dennis Blair, Michael Chertoff, and Arthur Coviello
The US, Japan, and Europe need to work together to set standards for emerging technologies.
Jonathan B. Miller on Japan’s Foreign and Defense Policies Under Shinzo Abe
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Diplomat speaks with Jonathan B. Miller on the future direction of Japan's foreign and defense policies.
US-Japan Relations in the Coming Year: Alliance Management and Risk Management
By J. Berkshire Miller
Now is a time for alliance management and shrewd diplomacy from Japan.
Between North Korea and Trade: Shinzo Abe's G7 2018 Dilemma
By Tobias Harris
The Japanese prime minister's silence on trade during his meeting with Trump was deeply revealing.
Japan Destroyer in the Philippines Amid Big Maritime Week
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction has once again put the defense ties between the two sides in the spotlight.
What Does Japan Think of the Iran Nuclear Deal?
By Scott W. Harold
A closer look at Tokyo’s views on the agreement and their significance.
South Korea’s Real Fight Is With China, Not Japan
By Scott W. Harold and Jeffrey W. Hornung
Seoul is picking the wrong battle, with real implications for itself, Washington, and the region.
Abe’s Cul-de-Sac Foreign Policy: Between Entrapment and Abandonment
By Carlos Ramirez
There is a third alternative Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe should consider pursuing.
South China Sea: Japan's Izumo Helicopter Carrier Conducts Drill With US Navy Carrier
By Ankit Panda
The Izumo additionally escorted U.S. Navy vessels in the South China Sea.
US Admiral: North Korea 'Threat to the Entire World'
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The head of U.S. Pacific Command advocates for stronger sanctions against North Korea.
Finding Common Ground Between US, Japan, and China in Southeast Asia
By Brian Harding
Though the competition between the three actors is likely to remain, they can also move forward with collaboration in four specific areas.
Japan’s First Overseas Military Drill Spotlights Growing Security Role
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo’s defense forces conducted their first drill outside of Japan alongside Asia’s largest multinational exercise.
Oldest US Ally in Asia: Thailand or the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at who should truly hold that title.
Japanese Defense Minister: Military 'Will Not Be Sent' to the South China Sea Alongside US
By Ankit Panda
Inada reiterates Japan's standing policy to not involve its forces in the South China Sea beyond training missions.
Mattis: Senkakus Covered Under US-Japan Security Treaty
By Ankit Panda
Jim Mattis offers Japan reassurance on the disputed Senkaku Islands.
US Defense Diplomacy in the Asia-Pacific: What Obama and Carter Will Leave Trump and Mattis
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
What will the Obama administration leave the incoming administration on Asia defense policy?
Trump Faces Early Foreign Policy Test With Abe Meeting
By Michael H. Fuchs
The meeting is an opportunity for the president-elect to send some much-needed signals to the region and the world.
Nuke or No Nuke? Japan’s Long Dilemma
By Yo-Jung Chen
The discreet temptation for a national nuclear deterrent has persisted for decades.
Despite Trump's Rhetoric, GOP Senators Try to Reassure South Korea
By Catherine Putz
Reassuring allies in the face of Donald Trump’s presumptive nomination to the Republican presidential ticket is not easy.
Expanding US-Japan-India Cooperation in the Indian Ocean
By Jessie Daniels
The Indian Ocean is featuring more prominently in discussions among the three Asian giants.
US, Asia Allies Set For Military Exercise Cope North 2016
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington and five Asian allies prepare for largest iteration of air exercise next month.
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