Japan’s lack of preparedness: Lessons from Fukushima and COVID-19
Abrupt decisions, poor information dissemination and a lack of foresight hampered efforts to assist the country through crises.
Protecting democracy in a free and open Indo-Pacific
Japan and Australia need to team up with the United States and the United Kingdom to shore up values and ideals in the region.
How to deal with China’s economic statecraft
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.
Digital network building in the Pacific
Japan and Australia have leading roles to play in helping digitalize the region through the use of undersea cables.
How Tokyo can navigate the Japan-U.S.-China trap
The relationship between the world's three largest economies is a beneficial one, but must be maintained with delicacy and skill to keep conflict at bay.
The danger lurking behind the U.S.’s reciprocity policy
Washington must take care when fighting Beijing's tariff hikes and visa restrictions with like-minded measures.
What China’s 'dual circulation' strategy means for the world
With little having been revealed about China's latest economic move, experts are split as to its significance.
Designing a vision for Japan's green recovery
The time has come for the nation to show a clear stance on nuclear energy while assessing its possible value.
Harnessing technology key to winning race against COVID-19
Governments that have worked effectively to roll out apps and artificial intelligence for the social good are set to come out on top.
Ensuring Japan's future as a strategic partner of the U.S.
With Washington's relationship with Beijing fast deteriorating, Tokyo has the opportunity to step up and show its strength.
Japan's response to first virus wave late but effective, report says
Disjointed messaging from public officials and a stubborn resistance to raising testing capacity were among the shortcomings of the "Japan Model."
Establishing resistance to overseas influence
With Beijing seeking to build power in other countries, Tokyo must get wise, without turning to anti-China sentiment.
