2017/01/23 |
Japan's Unaddressed Succession Issues
Questions regarding the Imperial succession should continue to be discussed so that the government will not be cornered into making decisions only after a situation arises in the future that demands quick action.
2017/02/15 |
Scientists and Dual-use Technologies in Japan
Scientists in Japan are concerned with whether the results of their research will be used for the right purposes.
2016/12/01 |
Another Twist in the Park Scandal
Even if Park Geun-hye does step down, the vacuum at the apex of South Korean politics will persist; yet if she remains in office, Park will be too wounded to govern.
2017/02/18 |
A Growing Silence in Russia for Opposition Voices
A Russian court last week convicted Alexei Navalny, the face of the opposition movement in the country, on charges of embezzlement.
2017/03/09 |
What Abe’s LDP Dominance Portends
A lack of any significant rivalry to Abe seems to reflect the dearth of viable next-generation leaders — a problem that could haunt the party in coming years
2017/01/18 |
Abe must Make an Effort in Easing Asia-Pacific Tensions
The Abe administration should approach both Washington and Beijing in an effort to help ease mutual tensions and work for stability in the Asia-Pacific region.
2017/02/14 |
A Good Start for Abe and Trump?
The two leaders two leaders emphasized that they remain fully committed to strengthening the economic relationships, despite earlier criticism by Trump on trading with Japan.
2016/08/16 |
OPINION: Abe's Wrong Call on Dispute over U.S. Air Base in Okinawa
The Abe administration should realize that a court battle won't bring about a positive resolution to the Okinawa base dispute.
2016/08/01 |
OP-ED: Plastic Waste Turning Seas Toxic
'Since Japan consumes large volumes of fish, including one-fifth of the global tuna catch, and has vast expanses of exclusive economic zones in its surrounding seas, it has both a practical and moral obligation to promote global efforts to protect the oceans by working out concrete and effective measures to fight marine pollution.'
2017/01/06 |
Japan's Political Landscape in 2017
The Abe administration remains unchallenged within Japan, but a Trump presidency brings turbulence.
2016/12/21 |
China Tests the United States
China has frequently tested U.S. leaders as soon as they take office and Trump’s statements have raised the stakes for Beijing.
2016/10/18 |
Solving Japan's Abdication Question
Japan's 82-year-old Emperor, who underwent heart bypass surgery in 2012 but is currently not believed to have any pressing health problems, has indicated his wish to retire.
2016/08/08 |
OP-ED: Abe’s Unrivaled Position of Power
Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's political power is unrivaled — does he have what it takes to make the most of it?
2016/12/15 |
Japan’s Ratification of the TPP
Japan needs a Plan B for the likely-doomed TPP to boost its economy.
2016/12/28 |
Better Court Interpreters Needed in Japan
200 errors and omissions regarding the testimony translated by Japanese court interpreters were found for a mortar attack trial.
2017/01/16 |
Japan Should Join U.N. Nuclear Arms Ban Talks
Japan has the duty to take part and play a meaningful role in the negotiations as a nation that knows firsthand what are the consequences of a nuclear attack.
2017/03/16 |
South Korea Must Now Move On
South Korea's next leader faces several daunting challenges.