Qin Gang was known for his inflammatory statements. With the return of Wang Yi as foreign minister, expect an escalation of Chinese rhetoric.
FM Yoko Kamikawa visited 6 nations including Africa and other Global South countries during Golden Week to strengthen collaboration on FOIP and the rule of law.
America's top diplomat Antony Blinken was mindful of Japan's concerns about China's threat to security in the Indo-Pacific as he met with top Chinese leaders.
Unlike Japan's inclusive approach, China's aid to the Pacific Islands is exploitative and must be countered to maintain a rules-based order in the region.
Governments in liberal democratic countries claim the Chinese want to undermine their institutions. China denies this. What evidence is being offered?
The 2024 National People's Congress of China reaffirms the communist party's control over the government to prioritize security over the economy.
The National People's Congress in China is holding its annual political conference from March 4. Join us to follow its expected key themes and priorities.
Durable international ties depend on shared values and material interests, and for democracies, the foundation of such is ultimately individual liberty.
Talks In Busan were amicable. Still, their success will be measured by whether the foreign ministers of Japan, China, and South Korea can resolve sticky issues.
The controversial South Korean court decision on comfort women has angered Japan's Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, who is on her way to Busan this weekend.
Diplomacy has resolved none of the major issues with China. Japan needs its own counterespionage law and other measures if it wants to see results.
FM Yoko Kamikawa toured the Middle East and promised generous humanitarian aid. But what kind of peaceful solution is possible after the Gaza war?