The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, IHJ’s GC Chairman, “Putin’s war: The ‘essence of miscalculation’,” was published in the Japan Times on July 20, 2022. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the February issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click here to read the full article

Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe passed away after being shot while on a campaign tour for the House of Councillors election. We strongly condemn this despicable act that attacks the very foundations of democracy and free society.  We are deeply saddened by his passing and extend our hearts to his family during this painful time of mourning. Former Prime Minister Abe gave us a …

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The policy on the treatment of personal information is updated as follows to reflect the merger between International House of Japan (IHJ) and Asia Pacific Initiative (API), effective July 1, 2022. ＜Details of the update＞ “Asia Pacific Initiative” is replaced by “International House of Japan”. ＜Link to the updated policy＞ https://apinitiative.org/en/privacypolicy/ We are committed to …

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The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, “Ukraine war shows us the enemies of our friends are not always our enemies,” was published in the Japan Times on April 21, 2022. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the February issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click …

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The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, “Economic sanctions are a powerful tool. But will they end the war in Ukraine?,” was published in the Japan Times on April 16, 2022. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the February issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click …

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We, Asia Pacific Initiative (API), are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. NAKAYAMA Toshihiro, Professor at KEIO University. Prof. Nakayama participated in our U.S.-Japan Strategic Vision Program that published “Quiet Deterrence: Building Japan’s New National Security Strategy”. He also contributed Chapter 6 “Will America be a geopolitical risk?” in our book “Geopolitics in Contemporary …

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The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, “Dissecting Kissinger’s approach to China,” was published in the Japan Times on March 21, 2022. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the February issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click here to read the full article

On March 18, 2022, Asia Pacific Initiative (API) received the “18th Social and Environment Division Award – Excellent Publication Award” from the Social and Environment Division, Atomic Energy Society of Japan. The award was given for API’s significant contribution in the societal aspect of nuclear energy through the publication of “10-year Investigation Commission on the …

“10-year Investigation Commission on the Fukushima Nuclear Accident” receives “Excellent Publication Award” from the Social and Environment Division, Atomic Energy Society of Japan Read More »

On March 3, 2022, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative (hereinafter referred to as API), Yoichi Funabashi, gave a presentation on API’s Economic Security Survey of 100 Japanese Companies at a seminar co-organized by the Society of International Business and Legal Studies and The Japanese Association of International Business Law. During the seminar moderated by Munetaka …

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Asia Pacific Initiative (API) is pleased to announce that we have updated our Privacy Policy to comply with the revised Act on the Protection of Personal Information, effective April 1, 2022, by which personal data that is erased within 6 months will be newly included in the definition of “Retained Personal Data”. ＜Details of the …

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The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, “Japan needs ‘smart’ economic security,” was published in the Japan Times on January 25, 2022. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the February issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click here to read the full article

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

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The article of Dr. Yoichi Funabashi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, “Japan needs to tackle economic security head-on,” was published in the Japan Times on December 23, 2021. *The article is an English translation of the Chairman’s monthly column for the January issue of the Bungeishunju. Please click here to read the full article

Dr. FUNABASHI Yoichi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative, was featured in the Center for Strategic and International Studies’ (CSIS) “Asia Chessboard” podcast this week. The episode, titled “The Asia Shogi-board: Strategic Insights with Yoichi Funabashi”, was released on December 13th, 2021 (local time). Dr. Funabashi joined podcast host and API Distinguished Guest Scholar and CSIS …

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“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

Fundamental shift in business activities vital to Japan’s decarbonization by MIYAKE Takayuki Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

Why the U.S. is struggling to formulate a trade policy on China by OYA Shin Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments in the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA Yuichi, …

AUKUS has outlined its potential, but has also left a sour taste by TSURUOKA Michito Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments in the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA Yuichi, …

AUKUS has a significant part to play in the ‘new Cold War’ against China by OUE Sadamasa Read More »

Dr. FUNABASHI Yoichi, Chairman of Asia Pacific Initiative (API), delivered his remarks at the 8th Nikkei FT Communicable Diseases Conference, an international conference that brings together experts and policymakers. On October 28, Dr. Funabashi delivered his remarks during a discussion session on the nation’s decision making, based on the findings from API’s recent publication, “the …

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“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

What needs to change in the wake of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan by JIMBO Ken Read More »

Japan-U.S. Military Statesmen Forum (MSF) Co-Chairs, General IWASAKI Shigeru and General Joseph Dunford, issued this statement on the loss of General and former Secretary of State Colin L. Powell. October 20, 2021 On behalf of Japan-U.S. Military Statesmen Forum, we express our heartfelt condolences on the loss of General Colin L. Powell. General Powell, 12th …

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“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

Japan and U.K. have a major role to play in Afghanistan’s future by HOSOYA Yuichi Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

How Japan and the U.S. should approach Taliban-ruled Afghanistan by SUZUKI Kazuto Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments in the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA Yuichi, …

The intentions behind China’s ‘friendly’ policy toward the Taliban by YAMAGUCHI Shinji Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments in the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA Yuichi, …

After U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, Japan has a role to play by OUE Sadamasa Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

How Japan should make use of its ¥1 quadrillion in household savings by MUKOYAMA Jun Read More »

“API Geoeconomic Briefing” is a weekly analysis of significant geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that precede the post-pandemic world. The briefing is written by experts at Asia Pacific Initiative (API) and includes an assessment of burgeoning trends in international politics and economics and the possible impact on Japan’s national interests and strategic response. (Editor-in-chief: Dr. HOSOYA …

Japan needs a strategy for economic growth in the post-virus era by SAKURAI Makoto Read More »