Richard Javad Heydarian, Professorial Chairholder in Geopolitics, Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Feb 28, 2023
Japan seeks to further develop its partnerships with ASEAN countries and neighboring states to reassess its place globally amidst tensions between the U.S. and China.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Jan 19, 2023
A approach to regional security that’s heavily based on deterrence will only lead to more insecure outcomes. Military strength is an important component, but it should not be pursued to the virtual exclusion of diplomacy. Regional consensus is essential.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Jan 03, 2023
Mimicking the American-style approach of guarding against imaginary enemies, Japan’s recently released documents will have a significant impact on relations with China and other countries. Its effort to achieve strategic autonomy is a tall order, as the U.S. doesn’t want too much of that.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Sep 30, 2022
China and Japan have deepened their economic interdependence, but they have a long way to go in building political trust, especially in the security realm. The two countries should get beyond the old concept that starts with military deterrence. It is no longer productive.
Philip Cunningham, Independent Scholar
Oct 26, 2021
Japan’s new prime minister is setting the diplomatic tone for his time in office. If he can steer clear of “Cold War” rhetoric and challenges from his own party, he may be able to subtly redefine Japan-China relations.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Oct 13, 2021
It is natural for Japan, the world’s third-largest economy, to provide leadership in global economic governance. But preventing a repeat of its failure with the Kyoto Protocol requires it to abandon its U.S.-centrism and its fealty to certain myths of the CPTPP.
Lucio Blanco Pitlo III, Research Fellow, Asia-Pacific Pathways to Progress
Aug 24, 2021
Japan’s strong ties to the West have benefited its economy and global standing in the Pacific Rim for the better part of a century. Now, as China gains power and grows bolder, Japan’s next moves will test the stability of China-Japan relations.
Lucio Blanco Pitlo III, Research Fellow, Asia-Pacific Pathways to Progress
Aug 24, 2021
Japan’s strong ties to the West have benefited its economy and global standing in the Pacific Rim for the better part of a century. Now, as China gains power and grows bolder, Japan’s next moves will test the stability of China-Japan relations.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Dec 09, 2020
China and Japan have pledged full support for each other in presenting the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo and the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing. Their cooperation will be invaluable in promoting the regional integration of Asia.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor, National Niigata University in Japan
Sep 07, 2020
Opportunities far outweigh challenges as Japan and China enter a new era of relations. A healthy appreciation of these opportunities will be a wellspring of long-term stability as Japan learns to stand on its own feet rather than leaning constantly on the United States.