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Okinawa poll debacle: PM Abe’s first challenge
Oct 06, 2018

Okinawa poll debacle: PM Abe’s first challenge

Shinzo Abe, who returned to power in 2012, showed extraordinary interest in carrying out several measures in the Japan’s security sphere. But rather

Will Okinawa poll shock impact Abe's national politics and US relations?
Nov 20, 2014

Will Okinawa poll shock impact Abe's national politics and US relations?

The consequences of the Okinawa gubernatorial elections, where Prime Minister Abe's party candidate was defeated convincingly, mainly on the issue of relocation of US bases, will resonate on the US-Japan security alliance as well as Abe's ruling LDP party.

Building on foundations: Kishida’s premiership post-Abe
Jun 21, 2024

Building on foundations: Kishida’s premiership post-Abe

As the PM, Kishida has upheld Abe's legacy by maintaining Japan's focus on regional security and economic resilience, while introducing initiatives to

On the 70th Anniversary, Abe Govt should rethink US bases relocation plan
Jun 22, 2015

On the 70th Anniversary, Abe Govt should rethink US bases relocation plan

Disregarding opposition from the local population in Okinawa, Tokyo continues to state that it will go ahead with its current base relocation plan to Henoko. Tokyo and Washington should comprehend that when constructing a military base in a democratic country, the popular will and voices of local citizens should be carefully considered and heard.

Preventing a short circuit: Stopping the electric two-wheeler industry from self-combusting
Mar 30, 2022

Preventing a short circuit: Stopping the electric two-wheeler industry from self-combusting

India's two-wheeler industry needs to ensure that the quality of the two-wheelers is not compromised for the sake of mass and quick production.