Commentary / Japan Sep 17, 2019

A silver lining in the North Korea nuclear impasse?

The impasse may be an opportunity for both Washington and Tokyo to establish an alternative form of diplomatic relations with the North.

Commentary / Japan Jun 30, 2019

Security imperatives trump 'fair deals' in Japan-U.S. alliance

By hosting U.S. forces, Japan helps deter adversaries and serves as a key launching point for U.S. operations in the Indo-Pacific region.

Commentary / Japan Sep 19, 2018

Abe should strike while the iron's hot on revising Article 9

At the height of his political power, now is an opportune time for Abe to attempt constitutional revision.

Commentary / Japan Jun 6, 2018

2018's rough start shows key economic reforms still needed

Japan's path back to a healthy economic footing will involve taking painful steps and the efforts of successive generations

Commentary / Japan Apr 25, 2018

Amid lingering tensions, signs of possible Japan-China collaboration

Difficulties still abound in bilateral relations, but events of late may move Tokyo and Beijing toward increased cooperation.

Commentary / Japan Mar 27, 2018

Abe's right — it's time to codify the SDF

The importance of providing legal clarity to decision-makers — especially during times of crisis — cannot be overstated.

Commentary / World Jul 5, 2017

Trump and Moon must work together

Last week's summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and his South Korean counterpart Moon Jae-in demonstrated a shared commitment to ridding Pyongyang of its nuclear weapons and ending its missile program.

Commentary / World May 15, 2017

What can China do about North Korea?

It remains improbable at best that Beijing will see it in its interests to oblige North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to change course

Commentary / World Jan 17, 2017

Keep human rights a part of U.S.' Asia policy

Human rights must not fall through the cracks among America's efforts in Asia under the Trump regime.