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April 28, 2023
Why Does Japan Have a Military Base in Djibouti?
By Jio Kamata
The unfolding crisis in Sudan has drawn attention to Japan’s only overseas base – and some of the problems surrounding the installation.
April 25, 2023
Ups and Downs in China-Japan Diplomacy
By KAWASHIMA Shin
It’s no longer as simple as trying to “improve” relations.
April 21, 2023
Kishida’s Game-Changing Visit to India
By NAGAO Satoru
Three reasons why the Japanese PM’s trip was historic.
April 21, 2023
NATO-Japan Relations Have Room To Grow
By Matthew Venoit
Stronger ties between NATO and Japan are mutually beneficial, reinforce Japan’s deterrence-based denial strategy, and should be institutionalized.
April 19, 2023
Suspect in Japan PM Attack Previously Complained About Election System
By Mari Yamaguchi
The man now in custody for the bomb attack had previously filed a lawsuit claiming Japan’s restrictions on candidates were unconstitutional.
April 18, 2023
Japan PM Escapes Election Bomb Attack
By Thisanka Siripala
Less than a year after Abe’s murder, violence again erupted on the election campaign trail, raising concerns about how to protect public figures in Japan.
April 14, 2023
What Does Web 3.0 Mean for Japan?
By Hugh Harsono
Assessing the practical feasibility of Japan leveraging participation in Web 3.0 for economic growth to counter China.
April 14, 2023
Japan Awards Mitsubishi Heavy Industries $2.86 Billion Contract for New Standoff Weapons
By Takahashi Kosuke
MHI will develop upgraded Type 12 surface-to-ship missiles and new submarine-launched standoff missiles.
April 13, 2023
What Can Japan Do for Ukraine?
By Thisanka Siripala
Japan is eager to cultivate a lasting commitment to Ukraine, but its international clout is limited despite chairing this year’s G-7 Summit.
April 06, 2023
The Underestimated Strength of Kishida Fumio
By Jio Kamata
Kishida’s paramount political asset may be his harmless persona.
April 01, 2023
Japan FM to Visit China as Tokyo Imposes New Export Controls
By Mari Yamaguchi
Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa will head to China on April 1, a day after Tokyo unveiled new export controls on materials used for semiconductor manufacturing.
March 21, 2023
India-Japan Relations: Out of the Shadow of Ukraine
By Titli Basu
Amid fractured global politics, Kishida’s visit to New Delhi proved how crucial India in for Japan’s Indo-Pacific strategy.