U.S. President Biden to Host Trilateral Summit with Japan and South Korea
President Joe Biden has announced plans to convene a trilateral summit with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Japan Approves Plan to Export Fighter Jets, Breaking from Pacifist Tradition
n a historic move, Japan's Cabinet has given the green light to a plan that signals a significant departure from the nation's postwar pacifist principles.
China Retains Position as World’s Top Auto Exporter, Surpassing Japan
espite earlier reports indicating that Japan had overtaken China as the world's largest auto exporter in 2023, new data has emerged, suggesting that China did, in fact, maintain its position as the leading exporter.
Russia Accuses US, South Korea, and Japan of Preparing for War with North Korea
n a dramatic turn of events, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused the United States, South Korea, and Japan of actively preparing for war with North Korea.
Japan’s Patriot Missile Export to US Triggers Russian Warning
ussia has issued a stern warning to Japan, expressing concerns over its decision to export Patriot PAC-3 anti-aircraft missiles to the United States.
Diplomatic Breakthrough: China and Japan Pledge Cooperation Amidst Tensions
n a pivotal moment signaling a potential thaw in relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida engaged in their first face-to-face dialogue in a year on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
Japan: Military Expansion amidst National Decline
In late December 2022, the Japanese government announced a new security policy, abandoning the fiction that the country’s military (euphemistically called the “Self Defense Forces”) would not possess offensive weaponry.
Ukraine: The Lesson Japanese Policy-Makers Won’t Learn
apanese policy-makers have jumped at the Ukraine crisis as an opportunity to boost the country’s credentials as a reliable member of the Western alliance—a goal stated clearly at every juncture.
Another Sakoku? Japan’s Ongoing Stagnation Is Closing the Country
Japan, however, went one step further than most, banning not only foreign visitors, but even foreign residents from re-entering the country.
The Quad and Japanese Nationalism: The Genie Is out of the Bottle
Created in 2007, it is an ongoing informal dialogue between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States.
India and Indonesia: Security Orbits in the Indo-Pacific
At the other end, lies central-western part of Pacific Ocean which includes Australia, Japan and South Korea.
Nation Branding in a Digitalized World: The Case of Black State
Read: NATO’s Stoltenberg Urges Vigilance Over Chinese Digital Infrastructure InfluenceJapan’s From Software has also made notable contributions to nation branding with the Dark Souls series and its latest hit, Elden Ring, and its forthcoming DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree.
US: Prioritizing ‘Asia First’ Sparks Controversy Over European Allies
President Biden to Host Trilateral Summit with Japan and South Korea
Lack of resources?
Moreover, he challenges the notion that the United States lacks the resources to maintain a robust presence in both Europe and Asia.
U.S. Diplomat: AUKUS Submarine Pact Could Deter China Over Taiwan
However, the Biden administration has been actively seeking to bolster partnerships with allies in Asia, including Japan and the Philippines, in response to China's military expansion and assertiveness in territorial disputes.
Turkish Influence Expands: Turkey-Somalia Maritime Agreement in the Horn of Africa
, the United Kingdom, France, China, Italy, and Japan have military bases in Djibouti, while Germany and Spain have military assets in the region, but no military bases.
China Extends Security Presence to Kiribati with Policing Assistance Program
The nation hosts a Japanese satellite tracking station.
Brazil Calls for UN Reform as It Assumes G20 Presidency
Read: Why Can't the United Nations Be Reformed?
Expanding the UN Security Council
One of the key proposals put forth by Brazil involves expanding the UN Security Council, allowing for the inclusion of more countries from Africa, Latin America, India, Germany, and Japan.
Asia’s Defense Spending Soars Amid Economic Slowdown
Other major players like Australia, Japan, and South Korea are positioning themselves for long-term security by investing in cutting-edge capabilities.
India Expands Naval Presence Amidst Growing Competition with China
, Australia, and Japan, India actively participates in drills to counter China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific.
Italy’s Meloni Pursues an Ambitious Diplomacy from Africa to India
While Italy aims to position itself as a key player, it faces stiff competition from other nations actively engaging with Africa, including China, Russia, India, Japan, and Turkey.
