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Hiroaki Kato

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Iran War Highlights 2 Challenges for Japan in a Taiwan Contingency

Japan can use the Iran war to reexamine its security framework, with particular attention to preparations for a contingency involving Taiwan.

01.10.2026 10

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Hiroaki Kato

Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks: Much Ado About Nothing?

Her recent comments do not represent a new commitment for Japan to defend Taiwan – or a departure from previous policy.

18.11.2025 20

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Hiroaki Kato

The Takaichi Administration’s Foreign and Security Policy

Takaichi will likely seek to follow the Abe line, but domestic politics (and the U.S.) may constrain her choices.

28.10.2025 20

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Hiroaki Kato

Why Can’t Japan Solve Historical Perception Issues?

The academic debate over the history of the Asia-Pacific War and Japan’s colonial era has been largely resolved. So why does that history remain so...

23.09.2025 20

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Hiroaki Kato

Japan Voted for Change. What Does that Mean for the US Alliance?

In the wake of the upper house election results, Japanese politics is in flux. Will emerging forces encourage a draft away from the United States?

13.08.2025 20

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Hiroaki Kato