Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s enthusiasm that the country might soon overcome its reliance on rare-earth imports drew attention as the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) sought public support before the 8 February lower house …
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The evolution of defence cooperation between India and Japan will hinge on how Tokyo responds to New Delhi’s growing expectations of it as a defence partner. New Delhi is likely to expect Tokyo to encourage …
JAUKUS may yet be possible. I argued in 2023 that Japan couldn’t be added to AUKUS Pillar Two because it lacked legal and regulatory alignment with Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States. Now, …
The challenge for Australia and Japan, 50 years since the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Co-operation was first signed, is the need to translate strategic alignment into durable capability and coordinated action. Japanese Prime Minister …
Fresh from a decisive electoral landslide, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has emerged more politically secure than ever—despite Beijing’s attempt in 2025 to make her a cautionary example over Taiwan. Rather than isolating her, China’s …