With the U.S. liberally deploying sanctions and China striving to push its digital yuan, Japan must tread carefully to maintain its own standing.
Any measures taken against Beijing could see retaliatory moves leveled at Washington, and could run counter to world efforts for peaceful exchange.
Both sides have introduced measures affecting the other's operations, but care must be taken to manage escalation.
The government needs to make clear that emissions come with high costs and encourage companies and individuals to come up with new ideas and take action.
As the China Coast Guard ramps up its provocations, Japan needs to respond in kind and increase the possibilities available for maritime protection.
Joint military drills and cooperation on energy are the first steps for Japan to enhance its ties with the U.S. and Australia to help counter Beijing.
By cooperating with allies and boosting multilateral functions under the WTO, Japan can help put a stop to Beijing's coercive actions.
With just weeks to go until the president-elect steps up, Japan needs to examine how to react to his proposed policies on key issues.
Washington must take care when fighting Beijing's tariff hikes and visa restrictions with like-minded measures.
With little having been revealed about China's latest economic move, experts are split as to its significance.
