Listen " Japan’s Balancing Act, with Yuki Tatsumi"
Episode Synopsis
As tensions simmer in its immediate environment, Japan is on high alert. In the midst ofChina's "sustained aggressiveness," Japan is revising its defense and security policies.But how does this align with its pacifist constitution, and is there still room forengagement with China? Hear from Yuki Tatsumi, senior fellow and co-chair of the EastAsia Program, and director of the Japan Program at the Stimson Center in Washington,DC.Yuki sheds light on Japan's historical approach to China, the current state of theirbilateral relations, and the delicate balance between deterrence and engagement.We also discuss the implications of Japan's changing security policies on its relationshipwith other regional players, including South Korea and India and we explore thesentiment of the Japanese public towards these shifts.Want more insights on Japan’s foreign policy? Watch Gideon Rachman, chief foreignaffairs commentator at the Financial Times in conversation with Jesper Koll at AsiaSociety Japan in this video.This episode is from Asia Society Switzerland's STATE OF ASIA podcast, bringing you exclusive, engaging conversations with leading minds on issues that shape Asia and affect us all. More info and other episodes: https://asiasociety.org/switzerland/podcast-state-asia.
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