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Vientiane Vision

November 19, 2019
Vientiane Vision 2.0 Puts Japan’s Asia Security Role into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The new initiative is yet another manifestation of Tokyo’s increasing defense role in the region.

March 30, 2019
Why the New Japan-Philippines Military Helicopter Parts Deal Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The completion of the initial part of the deal spotlighted its wider significance.

April 11, 2018
Japan-Vietnam Defense Relations in the Indo-Pacific Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent visit highlighted the security realm of the relationship that has broader regional strategic significance.

February 27, 2018
Japan’s New ASEAN Defense Initiative in the Spotlight with First Disaster Relief Engagement
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo rolls out yet another activity as part of its increased regional defense engagement with Southeast Asia.

February 06, 2018
Naval Visit Puts Japan-Brunei Defense Ties in the Headlines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Goodwill visit comes amid an active 2018 start for defense relations between the two sides.

November 29, 2017
Japan Destroyer Visits Philippines Amid Maritime Security Boosts
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement holds broader significance in the context of broader security relations between the two sides.

November 25, 2017
ASEAN-Japan Coast Guard Cooperation in the Spotlight With Philippines Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The expanded version of a maritime exercise offered a glimpse into ongoing cooperation in this realm.

November 23, 2017
Japan-Philippines Defense Ties in the Spotlight with New Vessels
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo’s capacity-building assistance is part of a broader trend of continued security cooperation in the Duterte era.

November 02, 2017
What’s Next for Japan-Vietnam Defense Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the outlook for the relationship following a recent bilateral meeting.

October 31, 2017
Why Japan’s New Military Aircraft Gift to the Philippines Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subtle change is not without significance for both sides and the wider region.

August 15, 2017
A New Japan-Philippines Military Helicopter Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though specifics are still unclear, a transaction mulled by the two sides reflects their ongoing defense cooperation.

February 24, 2017
Japan-ASEAN Cyber Cooperation in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
News of a new training program highlights Tokyo’s important and growing role as an ASEAN partner in the cyber realm.
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