Japan
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Japan’s Place In Moderating The U.S.-China Strategic Competition In The Indo-Pacific
Abstract: The U.S.-China strategic competition is intensifying and has the potential to spill over into a kinetic conflict. For allies of the U.S., such as Japan, a military conflict between its ally, Washington and its biggest trading partner, Beijing, is unacceptable. As a result, using the free and open Indo-Pacific framework, Tokyo is attempting to… Read more →
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Navigating Threats In The Indo-Pacific: Is Japan’s New Security Strategy Feasible?
Abstract: Following the aftermath of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, Japan updated its most important security documents. With the new National Security Strategy, National Defence Strategy, and Defence Buildup Plan, Japan has identified the growing activities of Russia, China, and North Korea as its most significant security challenges. In response, Japan… Read more →
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Integrating Japan Into Regional Architecture Through Security Collaboration With Singapore
Abstract: With the launch of Japan’s 2022 National Security Strategy and substantial increases to its defence budget for the foreseeable future, Japan looks set to take a more assertive role in Southeast Asia. However, Japan must carefully approach this objective to avoid sparking unnecessary tension in a region of cautious hedgers. This essay highlights how… Read more →
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International Relations And Rationality: A Theoretical Test Of Rational Choice And Cognitive Limits
Abstract: Are states rational actors? If so, why do states in the Asia-Pacific make different security strategies despite the relatively equal security setting? This paper seeks to test two theories: Rational Choice Theory (RCT) and the Cognitive Limits Theory (CLT) in the Asia-Pacific. In the said region, pro-American middle powers neighbour the People’s Republic of… Read more →
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