Japan Chair

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida introduced a package of policy measures to reverse Japan’s declining fertility rate. CSIS Japan Chair visiting fellow Yohei Kobayashi analyzes this approach and other economic policy prescriptions critical to realizing sustainable growth.

As Prime Minister Kishida reaches his two-year mark in office, he stands at a pivotal juncture amid ongoing snap election speculation. To assess his leadership strength as he gears up for reelection, this commentary looks at key challenges and opportunities on the horizon.

On August 29th the CSIS Asia Program hosted a reflection on the Trilateral Summit at Camp David, featuring NSC Coordinator for the Indo Pacific Dr. Kurt Campbell, Ambassador Tomita Koji of Japan, and Ambassador Cho Hyundong of South Korea.

Japan has ambitious plans to increase defense budgets and promote more effective acquisition practices. CSIS adjunct fellow Gregg Rubinstein outlines immediate challenges affecting U.S.-Japan armaments cooperation and ways to strengthen collaboration over the long term.

The historic Camp David trilateral summit on August 18 has opened a new era of trilateral cooperation among the United States, Korea and Japan. CSIS Japan and Korea Chairs discuss the significance of the summit for Korea-Japan relations and Indo-Pacific Strategy.

Fossil fuels serve as a vital bridge to a decarbonized future until cleaner alternatives become competitive. Kota Shizawa explains how advanced economies should support developing economies as they transition to cleaner tech while maintaining economic growth.

As Japan fundamentally reinforces its defense capabilities, the U.S.-Japan command and control (C2) relationship is vital. Yohsuke Aoki outlines the legal and operational challenges to integrating operational control and identifies ways to enhance an allied approach to C2.

Japan is undergoing major defense policy reforms to manage an increasingly complex security environment. Heino Klinck outlines near-term priorities for Japan including the acquisition of strike capabilities and improving military readiness.

With the release of three new national security documents, Japan is reshaping its international security partnerships with likeminded countries. Tokuchi Hideshi discusses the road ahead and how the U.S.-Japan alliance and other partnerships can support regional security.

Japan and the United States are strengthening security cooperation to manage multiple challenges in Asia. Isobe Koichi recommends ways to strengthen command and control structures, bilateral exercises, and information sharing under the U.S.-Japan alliance.