Japan and the United States - a European perspective

Article Abstract:

European observers of US-Japan relations are troubled by America's alarmist reaction to Japan's economic success and by Japan's failure to mature politically. Growing interdependence among the G7 nations requires that protectionist trade policies be dropped and the GATT system strengthened. Some structure for coordinating macroeconomic policy must replace the collapsed Bretton Woods system. Further, Japan must assume a more active foreign policy if it is to further democratic goals in Asia and elsewhere. The burden of defence should also be shared more equally among the US, Japan and Europe.

Europe, International relations

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Pacific century

Article Abstract:

This article evaluates Japanese economic policy, political culture and relations with the US and Asian competitors. Issues include Japan's positive reaction to the new Bush administration and its policy toward Japan, Japan's relations with China and Japan's foreign policy and security interests.

Management, Economic policy, Asia, Leadership

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Maverick moves on defence

Article Abstract:

Japan's Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi expects a fundamental change in the character and practice of Japanese political leadership. However, Japanese foreign policy-making has been criticized for lacking in strategic coordination.

Public affairs, International politics, Political activity, Prime ministers, Foreign policy, Koizumi, Junichiro

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