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Aug 20, 2025
【#1277】How Long Can We Avoid Nuclear Debate?
Kiyofumi Iwata ー Nuclear abolition is the ultimate goal and ideal of human beings. No matter how much we continue to advocate nuclear abolition, however, nuclear warheads are increasing in the real world. The global number of operational nuclear warheads has been increasing since 2018, reaching 9,615 at present. China has increased its .... ＜Read more＞
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Aug 05, 2025
【#1276】Opposing “Ishiba View” 80 Years after WWII
Takashi Arimoto ー Will something similar to the “Kono Statement” regarding the comfort women issue be repeated? This refers to an “Ishiba View” that Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is considering to announce to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. In 1993, .... ＜Read more＞

‘Assessing the Trump Administration: an unprecedented, immediate decision’
- Jul 11, 2025 ー On June 27, Mr. Fred Fleitz, Co-President of the Washington Global Strategy Group (WGSG), who served as Chief of Staff and Executive Director of the National Security Council in the first Trump administration, visited our office.

Comprehensive Security Project: Analysis Article in JAPAN Forward
- Jun 09, 2025 ー On Jun 9, THE JAPAN Forward published an analysis article titled “JINF Report: Is China's Senkaku Takeover Ever Closer?”.

Comprehensive Security Project: Analysis Article in Yomiuri Shimbun / THE JAPAN NEWS
- May 07, 2025 ー On May 2, THE JAPAN NEWS published an analysis article titled “China Building Ship That Could Be Used Against Taiwan; Satellites Spot Dual-Use Vessel about 200 Meters Long”. This article was already published in Japanese at Yomiuri Shimbun. The purpose of “Comprehensive Security Project” is to analyze information on changes in the security environment surrounding Japan using satellite images as one of the tools, so that every citizen can recognize threats to Japan in a tangible manner. Please see below for the details May 2, 2025 THE JAPAN NEWS “Click image to read the article, online.”

Comprehensive Security Project: Analysis Article in Yomiuri Shimbun / THE JAPAN NEWS
- Mar 25, 2025 ー On Mar. 24, THE JAPAN NEWS published an analysis article titled “Think Tank Suspects Delay in Attack Plan Against Taiwan; China’s Xi Orders Military to Make Up Delay in 5-Year Plan”. This article was already published in Japanese at Yomiuri Shimbun. The purpose of “Comprehensive Security Project” is to analyze information on changes in the security environment surrounding Japan using satellite images as one of the tools, so that every citizen can recognize threats to Japan in a tangible manner. Please see below for the details March 24, 2025 THE JAPAN NEWS “Click image to read the article, online.”

Comprehensive Security Project: Analysis Article in Yomiuri Shimbun / THE JAPAN NEWS
- Mar 04, 2025 ー On Mar. 3, THE JAPAN NEWS published an analysis article titled “China Increases Bases with Missiles Capable of Striking All of Japan; Satellite Images Show Possibility of Further Facilities in Future”. This article was already published in Japanese at Yomiuri Shimbun. The purpose of “Comprehensive Security Project” is to analyze information on changes in the security environment surrounding Japan using satellite images as one of the tools, so that every citizen can recognize threats to Japan in a tangible manner. Please see below for the details March 3, 2025 THE JAPAN NEWS “Click image to read the article, online.”

The 12th "Kokkiken Japan Study Award"

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【#1275】Dispel Doubts over Japan-U.S. Tariff Deal
Masahiko Hosokawa ー After prolonged difficulties, the Japan-U.S. tariff negotiations suddenly took a dramatic turn and reached an agreement. U.S. President Donald Trump touted the agreement as “the largest trade deal in history,” promoting the achievement to domestic audiences.

【#1274】Tariff Negotiations: Deals or Rules?
Etsuro Honda ー Japan-U.S. tariff negotiations reached an agreement on July 23. The main focus was a U.S. tariff on automobiles, particularly passenger cars, as the auto industry is a cornerstone of Japan’s economy. The tariff was set at 15% under the agreement. Some in Japan welcomed the tariff rate because it was lower than the