Indo-Pacific

If China really is the new focus of Western security, why is Trump picking fights in the Middle East?

Japan's size, resources, location and track record of promoting and abiding by a rules-based international order gives it a leading role in building a middle power coalition for the Indo-Pacific region.

While deference usually invites bullying, standing up to China draws respect and a readiness to negotiate and make concessions.

The deepening relationship between Japan and India serves the goal of forestalling the emergence of a China-centric Asia.

The U.S. involvement in the Indo-Pacific region benefits not only itsinterests, but the interests of its partners, allies and neighbors.

the Abe-Modi summit offers an opportunity to discuss how the Tokyo-New Delhi duet can contribute to the larger U.S.-initiated effort to build strategic equilibrium, power stability and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed Wednesday to step up their countries' cooperation in promoting stability in the Indo-Pacific region, where China has been increasing its influence. The two leaders also reaffirmed their commitment toward the denuclearization of North Korea and ...

Visiting British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt met Foreign Minister Taro Kono on Tuesday in Tokyo, reconfirming the "strategic partnership" of the two countries, with Japan welcoming Britain's moves to strengthen its presence in the Indo-Pacific region. During a meeting with Kono, Hunt reaffirmed upholding the ...

The Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy presents Japan an opportunity to play a leadership role in the region.