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Episode Synopsis
The United States’ alliance with Japan is the centerpiece of U.S. security in Asia, but new demographic challenges from within Japan raise concerns about the future of the region.
Featured Guests:
Zach Cooper, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute (AEI)
Motoko Rich, Tokyo Bureau Chief, New York Times
Sheila A. Smith, John E. Merow Senior Fellow for Asia Pacific Studies
For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at cfr.org/podcasts/japans-population-problem
Featured Guests:
Zach Cooper, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute (AEI)
Motoko Rich, Tokyo Bureau Chief, New York Times
Sheila A. Smith, John E. Merow Senior Fellow for Asia Pacific Studies
For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at cfr.org/podcasts/japans-population-problem
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