Japan Chair

The mission of the CSIS Japan Chair is to be the leading source of analytic insight and policy-relevant research on Japan, the U.S.-Japan alliance, and Japan’s leadership on the global stage.

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The Japan Chair was established to provide a venue in Washington, DC for the study of U.S.-Japan relations and to increase mutual understanding. As Japan's role in Asian and global affairs continues to grow, the Japan Chair is charting a strategic agenda for the U.S.-Japan relationship. The Japan Chair is a unique platform to raise awareness of U.S.-Japan policy issues in a bilateral, regional and global context.

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Japan Searches for Leadership

Presented by Japan Chair
September 10, 2024 • 8:00 – 8:45 am EDT

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Photo: Kim Kyung-Hoon - Pool/Getty Images

Ishiba Shigeru: Japan’s New Leader

On September 27, Japan’s ruling party elected Ishiba Shigeru as its new leader and next prime minister. Nicholas Szechenyi and Yuko Nakano of the CSIS Japan Chair summarize the campaign, Ishiba’s priorities, and the potential implications for U.S.-Japan relations. 

Critical Questions by Nicholas Szechenyi and Yuko Nakano — September 27, 2024

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Kishida Steps Aside

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Critical Questions by Christopher B. Johnstone, Nicholas Szechenyi, and Yuko Nakano — August 16, 2024

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