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The Geostrategic Importance of Alaska to the U.S.-Japan Alliance

Alaska’s geostrategic importance to the U.S.-Japan alliance is growing. Japan Chair Adjunct Fellow Shoichi Itoh analyzes how Alaska supports the economic security of both countries against the backdrop of great power rivalry.

Commentary by Shoichi Itoh — May 12, 2025

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North American Regionalism

Twenty years after it entered into force, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) remains the only institutional framework for trilateral cooperation among Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Report by Carlo Dade, and Pamela K. Strarr and Carl Meacham — May 6, 2014

The New Zealand Paradox

The rise of China is profoundly altering the balance of power in the Asia-Pacific region, and this shift will accelerate as China’s economy grows to rival that of the United States during the next two decades.

Report by Wayne Mapp — May 1, 2014

Promoting Peace in Myanmar

Myanmar has made important progress toward democratic reform since President Thein Sein’s civilian government came to power in early 2011. Significant challenges, however, remain and could scuttle efforts at change.

Report by Lynn Kuok — May 1, 2014

Acquisition Improvements for 2015 and Beyond

David J. Berteau, senior vice president and director of the National Security Program on Industry and Resources, testified before the Committee on Armed Services.

Congressional Testimony by David J. Berteau — April 29, 2014