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Comparative perceptions of the EU in the Indo-Pacific: India, Japan and Indonesia
ABSTRACT We highlight similarities and differences in Indian, Japanese and Indonesian perceptions of the European Union (EU) at times of crisis, taking into account the Covid crisis and Russia’s war against Ukraine and assess whether these perceptions of three of the biggest players in the Indo-Pacific are linked to the way in which they perceive themselves and their own interests in the region.
The Taiwan Flashpoint and Asia’s Middle Powers
Introduction Brendan Taylor and Jade Guan Preparing for a Taiwan Contingency: Lessons for Japan from the War in Ukraine Michito Tsuruoka South Korean Entanglement in a Taiwan Contingency Peter K.
NATO's Engagement in the Indo-Pacific: Tokyo's Perceptions and Expectations*
Get full access to this article View all access and purchase options for this article. Biographies Michito Tsuruoka is an Associate Professor at Keio University and in 2023–2024 a Visiting Fellow at the Australian National University (ANU). His areas of expertise include international security, European politics and Japan's foreign and security policy. He received a PhD at King's College London.
Is China going unchecked while the West supports Ukraine?
In spite of lingering claims about “Ukraine fatigue” in the West and the stalled discussions on Kyiv’s possible future membership of NATO, the United States and Europe are stepping up their arms provision to Ukraine and strengthening commitment in the long-term.
No one should be afraid of a NATO office in Japan - Michito Tsuruoka
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An Era of ‘Submarine Diplomacy’?
Asia Defense | Security | East Asia The long-standing dilemma between deterrence and reassurance is set to play out again. There is a concept that has come to be known as “bomber diplomacy,” in which the United States uses its strategic bombers as a broader foreign and security policy tool.
An Era of ‘Submarine Diplomacy’? - Tribune Content Agency (June 16, 2023)
There is a concept that has come to be known as “bomber diplomacy,” in which the United States uses its strategic bombers as a broader foreign and security policy tool. It has become a common sight in international skies to see B-52 and B-1 bombers, often flying together with allied jet fighters, sending strategic messages of deterrence to China and North Korea in Asia or to Russia in Europe. The flights are also thought to be an effective tool in reassuring U.S. allies in both theaters.
Japan’s “Zeitenwende” in Defence Policy: Rationale, Challenges and Implications for Partners
By Céline Pajon, Eva Pejsova and Michito Tsuruoka 20.03.2023 This CSDS Policy Brief seeks to decipher Japan’s Zeitenwende in defence policy. It argues that Russia’s war in Ukraine has prompted the Japanese to think more seriously about their defence, including what it takes to defend the country. It has prompted two bold decisions: 1) to acquire counterstrike capabilities; and 2) pledging 2% of GDP on defence spending by 2027, thereby aligning itself with NATO benchmarks.
Why the War in Ukraine is not about Democracy versus Authoritarianism
Michito Tsuruoka 27 June 2022clock5 Minute Read Main Image Credit Standing firm: US President Joe Biden and other leaders at a press conference on 26 June 2022 during the G7 Schloss Elmau summit.
AUKUS has outlined its potential, but has also left a sour taste
The United States, the United Kingdom and Australia recently formed a new trilateral security partnership, known as AUKUS, under which Washington and London will provide Canberra with nuclear submarine technology. The Sept. 15 announcement caught the rest of the world by surprise, since the negotiations had been kept strictly secret.
Assessing the Japan-UK Economic Partnership Agreement
Features Trade and beyond Credit: Kimimasa Mayama/Associated Press Meeting in Tokyo in late October, Japan’s foreign minister Motegi Toshimitsu and Britain’s international trade secretary Liz Truss signed a bilateral trade deal called the “Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).” The fact that Truss travelled all the way to Tokyo just to sign the agreement was a clear indicator of the importance London attached to the deal.
Resetting Japan-Russia Relations
Tokyo Report Challenges for a new prime minister Credit: Mikhail Metzel, TASS News Agency Pool Photo via AP Japan’s new prime minister, Suga Yoshihide, vows to continue what his predecessor Abe Shinzo pursued, which is hardly surprising as Suga had always been at the center of the Abe government. One area where we are likely to see major change, however, is policy toward Russia, both in style and substance. A reset is needed and coming.
Shinzo Abe’s Legacy in Japan-Europe Relations
Features Mainstreaming Europe in Japan’s foreign policy Credit: AP Photo/Virginia Mayo Strengthening strategic partnerships with Europe can be seen as one of the most tangible achievements of Prime Minister Abe Shinzo’s foreign policy. As the longest-serving prime minister (2012-2020) committed to foreign and security policy, Abe’s agenda was always full, ranging from the alliance with the U.S. to managing relations with China.
A Very British Dodge on Huawei
China Power How London has tried to evade US pressure on China Credit: Kārlis Dambrāns With its decision to exclude Huawei from Britain’s 5G network on July 14, the Boris Johnson government finally managed to put an end to the protracted debate on whether or not to allow the Chinese company’s involvement. London had been under heavy pressure from both Washington and Beijing and its decision was quickly hailed by Donald Trump and widely reported by the press.
China Isn’t Losing Europe Yet
China Power Despite Beijing’s series of missteps, the real battle for influence has barely begun. Credit: John Thys, Pool Photo via AP One of the most notable developments in Asia-Europe relations amid the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic is the rise of Beijing’s overt and covert diplomatic offensive vis-à-vis Europe.
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Theme Europe and Japan have an interest in developing defence capabilities and research but there are challenges and cooperation is conditioned by a shifting geopolitical landscape. Summary1 European countries and Japan both possess advanced defence technologies and they can bring to bear a range of civilian or dual-use technologies for defence procurement and defence research.
The shape of a Japan-U.K. free trade agreement
After a series of delays, the United Kingdom left the European Union at the end of January. While Tokyo never wanted to see Brexit happen, it now has to make the most of it.
The shape of a Japan-U.K. free trade agreement
After a series of delays, the United Kingdom left the European Union at the end of January. While Tokyo never wanted to see Brexit happen, it now has to make the most of it.
The Shape of a Japan-UK Free Trade Agreement
Features Limiting damages or designing a bold future? Credit: (Neil Hall/Pool via AP) After a series of delays, the United Kingdom finally left the European Union at the end of January. While Tokyo never wanted to see Brexit happen, it now has to make the most of it.
Britain in the Trans-Pacific Partnership After Brexit?
Pacific Money It’s complicated. Credit: Bankenverband – Bundesverband deutscher Banken Britain, under both Prime Ministers Theresa May and Boris Johnson, has repeatedly expressed its interest in “potentially” joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP11, or formally, the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TPP: CPTPP) once it leaves the European Union. Japan and certain other CPTPP members, like Australia and New Zealand, are said to be supportive.
Making Sense of Japan’s Approach to Russia
Image Credit: AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko, Pool By Michito Tsuruoka for The Diplomat September 05, 2019 One of the major features of Japan’s foreign policy under Prime Minister Shinzo Abe since he returned to power at the end of 2012 has been his commitment to improving relations with Russia.
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