Japan Monitor

The most significant event in April was the decision to lift restrictions on Japan’s arms exports. Japan is looking for potential buyers in Southeast Asia and Europe. In the CEE region one should take a look at the outcomes of Donald Tusk’s visit and military cooperation with Ukraine. Download the entire April news with commentary here.

The most important event in March was Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae’s visit to Washington, which had to be adjusted to recent developments in the Middle East. Despite tensions, the summit was a success. The key economic news in March were dominated by the outbreak of war in Iran and the sharp rise of oil prices. Download the entire March news with commentary here.

The most important event in February was the victory of the Liberal Democratic Party in the parliamentary elections. Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae's party secured absolute dominance in the lower house. In foreign policy, one should take a closer look at the escalation of the diplomatic conflict with China. Download the entire February news with commentary here.

The most important event in January was Prime Minister Takaichi Sane's decision to call early parliamentary elections scheduled for early February. One should also take a look at the escalation of the trade conflict with China and restrictions on the export of rare earth elements. Download the entire January news with commentary here.