Old Wounds, New Tensions: China and Japan Face Another Reckoning
Deep rooted historical animosities between China and Japan have resurfaced, raising concerns about how far current tensions could escalate.
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Sanae Takaichi Breaks a Barrier in Japan. Will Her Hardline Reputation Bring Voters With Her?
Sanae Takaichi takes office as Japan's first female prime minister promising tougher immigration rules and stronger defense while facing a divided party and public skepticism.
Japan’s Next Prime Minister Will Face Challenges Beyond Shigeru Ishiba’s Resignation
Shigeru Ishiba resigns as Japan’s prime minister less than a year into office after election setbacks. Here is what led to his resignation and the challenges facing his successor.
What Japan Stands to Gain (and Lose) in the U.S. Trade Deal
Discover how the US–Japan trade deal affects Japan’s economy, auto industry, and agriculture. Key takeaways on tariffs, exports, and political implications.
What the fall of a centrist prime minister and the rise of a fringe party tell us
Japan’s Ishiba government has lost its majority in both houses of parliament, deepening the political crisis. Despite the blow, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba insists he will remain in office to face the mounting challenges.
The Senseito Sensation and Japan’s Brewing Immigration Backlash
As Japan faces a political shift, immigration has emerged as a central issue. The rise of the nationalist Senseito party is fueling debates and reshaping Japan’s conservative landscape ahead of crucial elections.
G7 Finance Ministers Find Common Cause on China
At the latest G7 finance ministers' meeting, the world’s top economies joined forces to address China’s trade practices, signaling a shift toward unity and strategic alignment.
Can East Asia Set Aside Old Rivalries to Forge a New Economic Order?
As China, Japan, and South Korea strengthen trade ties, can East Asia overcome historical rivalries to form a dominant economic bloc? Explore the potential impact on regional and global relations.
Stormy Waters or Smooth Sailing? Japan’s Fate Under Trump 2.0
In his second term, Trump continues to clash with allies, undermining longstanding partnerships, all while the global political landscape grows ever more volatile. Against this backdrop, Japan’s Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, visited Washington last week, seeking to reaffirm the U.S.-Japan…
Japan Enters a Phase of Political Uncertainty
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces political instability after his party's significant election loss, losing its parliamentary majority for the first time since 2009
