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Gabriel Dominguez
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Apr 20, 2023
The next arms race: China leverages AI for edge in future wars
China already produces the most top AI scientists, with the country hosting the first nine of the world’s top 10 institutions publishing AI-related papers.
JAPAN / ANALYSIS
Apr 17, 2023
Explosive device thrown at Kishida could have been lethal, experts say
The device “had the potential to cause bodily harm or death and was likely intended to do so,” one expert said.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Apr 13, 2023
Blinken to seek strategic upgrade of U.S.-Vietnam ties
The first official visit by the top U.S. envoy will focus on trade and investment, supporting Vietnam’s energy transition and response to climate change, and dealing with war legacy issues.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 12, 2023
With China in mind, U.S. and Philippines agree on roadmap for security assistance
The roadmap is one of a flurry of defense and security issues discussed in “two-plus-two” talks held between defense and foreign officials on Tuesday in Washington.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Apr 11, 2023
Does Macron's stance on Taiwan weaken G7 deterrence against China?
One of Kishida's top goals for next month’s G7 summit is to create a united front on issues like China and Ukraine, but that job may have just got harder.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / ANALYSIS
Apr 9, 2023
Opposing a larger force: What Taiwan's military is learning from Ukraine
Despite differences, Taiwan's military has been drawing valuable lessons from the war in Ukraine, including the effectiveness of asymmetric defense and the need to stockpile munitions.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Apr 6, 2023
Tsai and McCarthy vow closer U.S.-Taiwan ties, despite China’s ire
Washington and Taipei seem keen to deepen ties and normalize high-level bilateral interactions despite threats of retaliation and scathing criticism from China.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Apr 5, 2023
With eye on China, Japan to offer military aid to like-minded countries
The framework was set up as Tokyo moves away from a strict nonmilitary approach to ties with its neighbors and looks to realize its vision of a 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific.'
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Apr 3, 2023
U.S. military aid policies leave Taiwan in a bind, business council chief says
“I am concerned that U.S. security assistance is creating new issues that will have to be dealt with in the coming years,” said Rupert Hammond-Chambers.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 30, 2023
'We are not ready': An interview with Taiwan's former military chief
Beijing says it wants a peaceful unification but refuses to rule out force, prompting Taiwan to ramp up defenses and fortify alliances with the democratic leaders around the world.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 30, 2023
'We need a more effective way to defend ourselves,' says Taiwan's former military chief
Speaking to the Japan Times in Taipei, retired Adm. Lee Hsi-min called for called for a pivot in the island's approach to warfare, as well as its related purchases.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / ANALYSIS
Mar 29, 2023
Official or unofficial? How Taiwan is rethinking diplomatic engagement.
Bolstering unofficial ties and not ruling out dual recognition with Beijing-aligned countries are some ways Taipei is trying to avoid being internationally isolated.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Mar 27, 2023
U.S. envoy to Japan calls for ‘anti-coercion coalition’ against China
“If the world does not organize against economic coercion, Beijing will continue to prey on other countries and their economies,' Rahm Emanuel said.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 26, 2023
With U.S. trip, Taiwan leader may be aiming to temper China's ire, ex-diplomat says
William Stanton, former head of the American Institute of Taiwan, says President Tsai Ing-wen may see visit as way of avoiding increased tensions with Beijing.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / Q&A
Mar 23, 2023
To 'stand on Taiwanese soil': An interview with Taiwan's top diplomat
Joseph Wu shares his thoughts on Tokyo-Taipei cooperation, TSMC semiconductors, Japan's new defense posture and the future of relations with Beijing.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 23, 2023
Taiwan foreign minister sees growing engagement through unofficial diplomacy
In an exclusive interview, Taipei's top diplomat says he expects a growing number of representatives from world democracies to visit the island.
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Mar 21, 2023
With renewed push, Kishida looks to put his own stamp on Japan's Indo-Pacific strategy
Kishida's newly unveiled plan to assist developing nations was widely seen as a bid to counter Beijing’s attempts to expand its influence among those countries.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Mar 20, 2023
Kishida uses India trip to push ‘free and open Indo-Pacific’ vision
Tokyo views New Delhi, a fellow member of “the Quad” security grouping, as an essential partner for promoting its regional vision.
JAPAN
Mar 19, 2023
Weathering the storm: How Japan is factoring climate change into defense policy
Until recently, there was only limited interest in climate security within Japan’s defense circles, but that has changed as the challenges have become more evident.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Mar 14, 2023
Taking page from Ukraine, Taiwan shows off new killer drones
Taipei's top research institute unveiled the single-use attack drones as the self-ruled island focuses on asymmetric capabilities to defend against the much larger Chinese military.
A prophesied disaster (likely) won’t strike Japan this weekend
A viral manga prediction of a July 5 disaster has gripped Japan with anxiety and triggered an economic impact, but experts warn that while such dates are unreliable, the threat of a massive earthquake remains real. 
Magnitude 5.5 earthquake jars Tokara Islands amid flurry of seismic activity
A strong quake struck off the Tokara Islands on Thursday afternoon, with the island chain having recorded around 1,000 earthquakes since a burst of seismic activity first began on June 21.
Japan to require flight passengers to keep power banks within sight
The transport ministry has announced new regulations requiring flight passengers to keep power banks within sight to mitigate fire risks while on board planes.
Ghibli’s Isao Takahata exhibit shows how beloved anime is made
“The man who planted Japanese animation” exhibition includes a variety of sketches, drawings and animation cels from Isao Takahata films such as color design for characters by Michiyo Yasuda from "Grave of the Fireflies."
Residents of Tokara Islands begin evacuation as seismic swarm continues
Details about evacuations from Akuseki Island, located in the Tokara island chain in Kagoshima Prefecture, is seen written on a whiteboard in the city of Kagoshima on Thursday.
Ghibli’s Isao Takahata exhibit shows how beloved anime is made
“The man who planted Japanese animation” exhibition includes a variety of sketches, drawings and animation cels from Isao Takahata films such as color design for characters by Michiyo Yasuda from "Grave of the Fireflies."
Flag football facing challenges and opportunities ahead
Japan’s women’s flag football team at the 2025 International Bowl in Los Angeles in June. The sport is enjoying continued growth in the country.
From Hokusai’s Great Wave, shinkansen to One Piece: a cultural treasure box for Lego Japan
Michael Ebbesen, general manager of Lego Japan, says Lego bricks based on Japanese culture have a rich global appeal and are sellable around the world.
With farmed fish, RelationFish swims against the tide in fine dining
Chef Hideaki Matsuo (middle) and the staff of Oseto Suisan Fisheries prepare to check on their sustainably farmed fish.
As Southeast Asia heats up, a Japanese cooling giant sees a major opportunity
An employee of Daikin Cambodia explains the use of different tools during an air conditioner installation training session in Phnom Penh. Daikin is one of Japan’s oldest air conditioning companies, but as Japan’s population falls, the firm is keying in on overseas growth.

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