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.
Inflation Soars Globally: A Story of Diverging Interest Rates
On the other hand, central banks in most DEs and even Japan focus on real targets such as encouraging growth and increasing employment.
How do Russia, Qatar and the United States Use Energy as a Foreign Policy Tool?
Even though the Gulf state claims it wants to export greater quantities of gas to Europe, most of its long-term gas contracts are held by Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea, and China, which cover more than 70% of Qatar’s annual gas exports.
The Indo-Pacific: China, Australia, and the US Compete over Supremacy
Seeking to add further wins to its “island hopping” campaign, one mirrored on the United States’ strategy to dislodge Imperial Japan from its territorial conquests during the Second World War, Beijing has launched a charm offensive in the region with the aim of cutting off the US from its allies in Indo Pacific, but without firing a shot.
The War in Ukraine: The Protection of International Peace and the UN
Similarly, increasing the number of the UN Security Council permanent members by adding countries like India, Japan, and Germany, could only increase the risk of confronting more vetoes and further stack the system in favor of certain members.
The Contested Waters of the South China Sea
Nevertheless, many other countries such as Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, and Japan play a vital role in this maritime region, extending the circle of the partners involved.
The End of US Dollar? More Countries Use National Currencies in Trade
Other major countries include Canada, India, Brazil, Turkey, Japan, and the European continent.
Pact Between China and Solomon Islands Sparks New Regional Security Crisis
o liberate Asia Pacific from Japanese Imperialist Forces during the Second World War, the United States devised an “island hopping” strategy meant to secure as many islands as possible, with the aim of forcing the enemy back to its home soil.
Russian Arms to Southeast Asia Remains Outstanding
Read: Ukraine: The Lesson Japanese Policy-Makers Won’t LearnChina is Myanmar’s top arms supplier, but it also provides support to armed militia groups along its border, and therefore Russia allows the Myanmar military to balance its reliance on China.
Ukraine’s Military Transformation between 2014 and 2022
Read: Ukraine: The Lesson Japanese Policy-Makers Won’t LearnUkraine started a massive reorganization and modernization process of its armed forces in late 2014.
Russia-Ukraine War Pushes for New Defense Calculations
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The rising defense budget trend all over Europe has also become a source of inspiration for Japan.
Foreign Fighters Arrive in Scores to Fight in Ukraine
Foreign fighters reportedly came from 52 countries including the United States, France, and Japan.
China’s Sanctions against Lithuania Go Almost Unnoticed
, the UK, Australia, Canada, Japan, and Taiwan have also backed the case.
How Middle Powers Can Wield More Influence on Global Politics
Some middle powers such as Turkey are traditionally seen as key military allies by the West, while others such as Canada and Japan are considered major trade partners.
Where Belarus and Belarusians Stand on the War in Ukraine
The Belarusian regime was condemned for its decision to support Russia, eventually becoming the target of further sanctions due to the “support for, and facilitation of, the invasion” of Ukraine by Russia, which were introduced by the United States on February 24, and followed by the UK and Japan shortly after.
China Beware, Russia-Ukraine War Unified EU and NATO As Never Before
, Australia, India and Japan, is another example of the way in which the Biden administration has prioritized international alliances in the face of Chinese imperialist ambitions, a move that now looks ever more salient in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Dassault Rafale vs. F-35: More than Just Selecting a Combat Aircraft
allies in the Indo-Pacific region, namely Japan and Australia, have ordered F-35s.
Does the US Want to Divide the World into Democratic and Non-democratic Nations?
Read: Another Sakoku? Japan’s Ongoing Stagnation Is Closing the CountryThere is no doubt that the U.