Georgi Ivanov discusses Japan’s strategic security and commercial interests in the Arctic and analyses the influence of the US Pacific Ally System in the country’s foreign policy, especially with respect to the High North.
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Japan in the Red: Taxes, Fragile Growth, and Overwhelming Debt
In his efforts to tackle its growing sovereign debt, Japan might stifle its fragile economic progress. Diana Rivera examines Abe’s tax plan and fiscal cuts and their potential effects.
The Chinese-Russian Naval Exercise 2013
Sarah Danruo Wang looks at the Chinese-Russian Naval Exercise, Joint Sea 2013, and illustrates historical maritime disputes in the East Asian region.
Abenomics 101: What’s all the buzz about?
Following the global buzz over ‘Abenomics’, Diana Rivera explains what the controversial Japanese economic strategy entails.
Dire Straits: ASEAN and Piracy
With piracy threatening trade in Southeast Asia, Paul Pryce highlights the need for a more structured regional response.
Japan Looks North: Trading Through the Arctic
Georgi Ivanov explores the importance and potential of the northern routes for Japanese economic stability.
The Chinese Stake in the Arctic: Trade Security
Georgi Ivanov explains the reasons for China’s increasing interest in the Arctic in the first part of “The Chinese Stake in the Arctic” series.
Censorship and Political Reform in China: A Silver Lining
Magan Haycock discusses the advantages of the Internet revolution in China, even in the face of overbearing censorship.
The Fine Balance Between Privacy and Security
Christopher Kelly outlines the debate over privacy and security in the context of developing story on Edward Snowden.
Securing Asia Pacific: Chinese and American Strategies and Challenges
Territorial disputes in Asia Pacific make headlines, but are underpinned by long-term strategies and trends, especially those of the US and China, which will shape the region in years to come.