Researcher Revisits Ryukyu Sovereignty Debate Amid Regional Tensions
A Chinese researcher reexamines the unresolved sovereignty status of the Ryukyu Islands, tracing historical disputes and their modern geopolitical implications in 2026.
US-Japan Relations
China Urges US-Japan Cooperation to Prioritize Regional Stability
China calls for US-Japan cooperation that promotes regional peace rather than targeting third parties, amid scrutiny of recent bilateral engagements.
China Urges US-Japan Ties to Avoid Targeting Third Parties
China calls for US-Japan cooperation to prioritize regional peace, avoid targeting third parties amid Japanese PM’s controversial US visit.
US-Japan $73B Energy Deal Faces Uncertain Future Amid Trade Tensions
Japan pledges $73B in US energy projects amid trade tensions, but economic hurdles and political posturing cloud the deal’s viability.
Trump, Japan PM Discuss Iran Crisis and Strait of Hormuz Security
U.S. President Trump and Japanese PM Takaichi meet to address Iran tensions and secure the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting regional security challenges.
Japan’s Military Shift and the Unresolved Legacy of Pearl Harbor
Japan’s military normalization and unresolved WWII history spark regional concerns as US-Japan diplomacy references Pearl Harbor in 2026 security discussions.
Trump’s Pearl Harbor Remark Sparks Diplomatic Debate in 2026
US President Trump’s reference to Pearl Harbor during talks with Japan’s PM sparks debate on diplomatic sensitivities and alliance management in 2026.
Trump Draws Parallel Between Iran Strikes and Pearl Harbor During Japanese PM Meeting
Trump compares recent Iran military actions to Pearl Harbor during meeting with Japanese PM, raising questions about diplomatic strategy and historical sensitivities.
Japan’s Rightward Shift: US Strategy Under Scrutiny in 2026
Japan’s accelerating constitutional reforms and military expansion under PM Takaichi challenge regional stability, testing US strategic balancing in 2026.
Japan’s Defense Minister Sparks Controversy with Hawaii Memorial Visit
Japan’s defense minister stirs debate with Hawaii memorial visit linked to WWII-era imperial ideology, amid regional security developments.
China Calls on Japan and U.S. to Respect One-China Principle
China urges the United States and Japan to adhere to the one-China principle and refrain from interfering in its internal affairs, emphasizing the Taiwan question as a core interest.
Chinese Mainland Opposes US-Japan Joint Statement on Taiwan Participation
The Chinese mainland strongly opposes the US-Japan joint statement supporting Taiwan’s participation in international organizations, citing it as interference in internal affairs.
US Delays Order Halting Nippon Steel’s $14.9B Bid for U.S. Steel to June 2025
The Biden administration has delayed until June 2025 an order for Nippon Steel to abandon its $14.9 billion bid for U.S. Steel, giving the companies time to revive the politically contentious deal.
Japanese Concern Over Alleged Tainted Water Leak at U.S. Yokota Air Base
Japanese citizens express concern after reports of a tainted water leak at U.S. Yokota Air Base were allegedly kept secret by the government under U.S. orders.
Japan’s Security Policy Shift: Implications for East Asia
Japan’s recent shift in security policy marks a significant departure from its postwar pacifist stance, with implications for East Asian regional dynamics and its alliance with the United States.
U.S. and Japan Escalate Military Spending Amid Rising East Asia Tensions
The United States and Japan are increasing their defense spending to record levels, raising concerns about escalating tensions and the impact on regional stability in East Asia.