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Japan’s Security Policy After the New National Security Strategy

Senior experts consider the future of Japanese security policy in light of the new National Security Strategy

In this collection of commentaries, ten Japanese scholars explore Japan’s new National Security Strategy through the prism of bilateral and regional partnerships, the impact of the changing security environment, and emerging domains. By providing insights into Japan’s security policy developments and path forward, these commentaries offer valuable perspectives at a unique moment for Japan’s security policy and the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Research & Writing

Commentary
The Evolution & Future of Japan-Europe Ties
A look back—and ahead—at the arc of cooperation between Japan and Europe
Yoko Iwama
Commentary
Japan endeavors to utilize space for defense purposes
Japan’s efforts to acquire defense-related space capabilities provide new opportunities for cooperation with the United States
Yasuhito Fukushima
Commentary
Deterrence by Denial: Japan’s New Strategic Outlook
In "the most severe and complex" Japanese security environment of the postwar period, new strategic documents outline a policy of deterrence by denial
Ken Jimbo
Commentary
Japan’s National Security Strategy & the Two Koreas
Japan must remain vigilant to North Korea’s activities and reinstate relations with South Korea
Yasuyo Sakata
Commentary
Heightened Sense of Crisis: China & Taiwan in Japan’s New National Security Strategy
Japan’s reason for announcing a remarkably new strategy is nothing less than a sense of crisis regarding the current situation in the region
Madoka Fukuda
Commentary
Japan-India Security Cooperation: Progress Without Drama
Japan’s security cooperation with India can be expected to steadily deepen under the new Japanese National Security Strategy
Masahiro Kurita
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Events

  • Past
  • Event
Japan’s New National Security Strategy: Allies & Partners
  • March 31, 2023
  • Past
  • Event
Japan’s New National Security Strategy: Northeast Asia
  • March 16, 2023