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.
China and the Maduro Raid: Signals for Global Power Dynamics
Introduction China’s muted response to the U.S. raid that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro speaks volumes about Beijing’s strategic priorities....
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