Skirmishes in the South China Sea, tensions surrounding Taiwan: things can escalate quickly. It makes Japan nervous, as it tries to balance engaging China with deterring its powerful neighbor, says security policy expert Yuki Tatsumi.
The former president of South Korea recalls his talks with the leader of North Korea and reflects on the successes and failures of his administration in a new book
The alliance with Japan has been the cornerstone of U.S. security policy in East Asia for decades. Now, Japan’s role in global security is growing as challenges from China and North Korea mount.