Commentary / Japan Jul 29, 2019

Abe administration left behind on North Korea

The Japanese government has limited options for dealing with its bellicose neighbor.

Commentary / World Apr 2, 2019

Divining North Korea's U.S. policy

After his disappointing summit with Trump in Hanoi, what directio will Kim take?

Commentary / World Dec 18, 2018

The U.S.-North Korea deadlock

Both Washington and Pyongyang are going to need to make concessions.

Commentary / World Jun 21, 2018

What's next for Kim?

North Korea's young leader sees the Trump administration as presenting a unique opportunity to ensure his regime's survival

Commentary / Japan Jun 14, 2017

Time for a Japanese rethink on North Korea?

If and when the U.S. does begin to join South Korea in holding a dialogue with North Korea, Japan will have to quickly ask itself whether limiting its approach to pressure is a good idea