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Japan Strengthens Defense Strategy: An Overview

In the March 2023 edition of the White Paper Series, the Intelligence & Analysis Division examines Japan’s new National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, and Defense Buildup Program, all of which were released in December 2022. This paper examines the regional threat environment, the implications of these policies/initiatives for Japan’s defense, as well as implications for the U.S.-Japan alliance.

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Israel-Iran Conflict: 2025 Update

Introduction Longstanding tensions and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran have significantly contributed to the current geopolitical landscape, including...

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