CSIS Japan Chair
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Japan Chair is a leading source of analytic insight and policy-relevant research on Japan, the U.S.-Japan alliance, and Japan’s leadership on the global stage.
Michael Beeman noted that the Nippon Steel deal was a turning point in the role of the U.S. federal government in business during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel. | @gpsucsd.bsky.social
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November 10, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Michael Beeman noted that the Nippon Steel deal was a turning point in the role of the U.S. federal government in business during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel. | @gpsucsd.bsky.social
Watch here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
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News on Japan: The Japanese government discussed a draft outline of key measures aimed to encourage Japanese companies to continue investing aggressively despite the negative effects of high tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Read here: https://jen.jiji.com/jc/eng?g=eco&k=2025111000912
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Japan Eyes Tax Cuts to Boost Capital Spending - JIJI PRESS
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November 10, 2025 at 2:55 PM
News on Japan: The Japanese government discussed a draft outline of key measures aimed to encourage Japanese companies to continue investing aggressively despite the negative effects of high tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Read here: https://jen.jiji.com/jc/eng?g=eco&k=2025111000912
Read here: https://jen.jiji.com/jc/eng?g=eco&k=2025111000912
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that a Taiwan emergency involving the use of military force could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan under the country's security legislation.
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/64475
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/64475
Taiwan emergency could be "survival-threatening" for Japan: PM Takaichi
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that a Taiwan emergency involving the use of military force could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan under the country's security legisla...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:58 PM
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that a Taiwan emergency involving the use of military force could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan under the country's security legislation.
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/64475
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/64475
News on Japan: PM Takaichi pledged to "properly operate" Japan's foreign worker programs, including by setting ceilings, as she faced questions in parliament from a populist party amid growing public concern over an influx of foreign nationals.
Read here: https://bit.ly/4qSISgr
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Japan PM Takaichi vows proper management of foreign worker programs
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged Thursday to "properly operate" Japan's foreign worker programs, including by setting ceilings, as she faced questions in parliament from a populist party amid gro...
english.kyodonews.net
November 6, 2025 at 5:06 PM
News on Japan: PM Takaichi pledged to "properly operate" Japan's foreign worker programs, including by setting ceilings, as she faced questions in parliament from a populist party amid growing public concern over an influx of foreign nationals.
Read here: https://bit.ly/4qSISgr
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Shujiro Urata emphasized the importance of working with allies to achieve economic security during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel.
Watch here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
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November 6, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Shujiro Urata emphasized the importance of working with allies to achieve economic security during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel.
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Kay Shimizu highlighted the importance of local politics and priorities when considering foreign investments during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel. | @cgmpitt.bsky.social
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November 4, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Kay Shimizu highlighted the importance of local politics and priorities when considering foreign investments during our recent event on lessons from Nippon Steel. | @cgmpitt.bsky.social
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News on Japan: Japan will intensify public-private investment in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, shipbuilding and quantum technology in order to build a “strong economy,”
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Takaichi Vows to Build ‘Strong Economy’ via Key Investments
<p>Japan will intensify public-private investment in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, shipbuilding and quantum technology in order to build a “strong economy,” Prime Minister Sa...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
November 4, 2025 at 4:54 PM
News on Japan: Japan will intensify public-private investment in fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, shipbuilding and quantum technology in order to build a “strong economy,”
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NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was interviewed by Marketplace and discussed President Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
Read more: https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/10/29/how-will-us-direct-trade-deal-dollars-from-japan-and-s-korea
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How will the U.S. direct trade deal dollars from Japan and South Korea?
There's already a framework in place to prioritize strategic industries like shipbuilding and AI. A group of advisors will make recommendations and President Trump will make the final selection.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:55 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was interviewed by Marketplace and discussed President Trump's reciprocal tariffs.
Read more: https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/10/29/how-will-us-direct-trade-deal-dollars-from-japan-and-s-korea
Read more: https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/10/29/how-will-us-direct-trade-deal-dollars-from-japan-and-s-korea
📢 Applications are open for the CSIS Japan Chair 2026 Fall Internship. The priority deadline is Friday, November 21, 2025.
For more information, visit https://careers.csis.org/opportunities
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November 3, 2025 at 8:15 PM
📢 Applications are open for the CSIS Japan Chair 2026 Fall Internship. The priority deadline is Friday, November 21, 2025.
For more information, visit https://careers.csis.org/opportunities
For more information, visit https://careers.csis.org/opportunities
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Nov. 3 revealed that she has called on Pyongyang to help arrange a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un... to demand the return of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.
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Takaichi calls for summit with Kim Jong Un to solve abduction issue | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Nov. 3 revealed that she has called on Pyongyang to help arrange a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
www.asahi.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:38 PM
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Nov. 3 revealed that she has called on Pyongyang to help arrange a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un... to demand the return of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.
Read here: https://bit.ly/47xCfqN
Read here: https://bit.ly/47xCfqN
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday affirmed the importance of building "future-oriented" ties in their first summit, pledging to continue reciprocal visits to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
Read here: https://bit.ly/47vUaOv
Read here: https://bit.ly/47vUaOv
Japan PM Takaichi, S. Korea Lee affirm future-oriented ties in 1st summit
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday affirmed the importance of building "future-oriented" ties in their first summit, pledging to continue recip...
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October 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday affirmed the importance of building "future-oriented" ties in their first summit, pledging to continue reciprocal visits to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
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NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by the Japan Times following President Donald Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
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Trump’s Asia trip to test his dealmaking abilities with old rivals and new friends | CNN Politics
US President Donald Trump will lean on the power of in-person diplomacy on the first Asia trip of his second term as he meets with old rivals, new friends and, potentially, adversaries, while looking ...
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October 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by the Japan Times following President Donald Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3LbpUkI
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HAPPENING NOW | Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:05 PM
HAPPENING NOW | Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
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HAPPENING IN 10 MIN | Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:50 PM
HAPPENING IN 10 MIN | Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
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Wednesday | @japan.csis.org hosts a discussion with leading U.S. and Japanese experts to examine the lessons learned from the foreign investment saga of Nippon Steel and the broader implications for future U.S.-Japan relations.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Wednesday | @japan.csis.org hosts a discussion with leading U.S. and Japanese experts to examine the lessons learned from the foreign investment saga of Nippon Steel and the broader implications for future U.S.-Japan relations.
Register: www.csis.org/events/when-...
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News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump agreed to further strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance during their first in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Read here: https://bit.ly/47gmxSg
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Takaichi, Trump Share Hopes for ‘New Golden Age' in Japan-U.S. Alliance at Summit in Tokyo
<p>Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to further strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance during their first in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on Tuesday.</p>
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October 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM
News on Japan: Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and President Donald Trump agreed to further strengthen the Japan-U.S. alliance during their first in-person summit at the State Guest House in Tokyo on Tuesday.
Read here: https://bit.ly/47gmxSg
Read here: https://bit.ly/47gmxSg
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by CNN about President Trump's visit to Asia.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/politics/trump-asia-trip-leaders-intl-hnk
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/politics/trump-asia-trip-leaders-intl-hnk
Trump’s Asia trip to test his dealmaking abilities with old rivals and new friends | CNN Politics
US President Donald Trump will lean on the power of in-person diplomacy on the first Asia trip of his second term as he meets with old rivals, new friends and, potentially, adversaries, while looking ...
www.cnn.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:01 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by CNN about President Trump's visit to Asia.
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/politics/trump-asia-trip-leaders-intl-hnk
Read more: https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/25/politics/trump-asia-trip-leaders-intl-hnk
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata this Wednesday 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
October 27, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata this Wednesday 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
News on Japan: President Trump landed in Tokyo on Monday evening, beginning the second leg of a three-nation Asia trip to discuss with Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, how to steer the future course of the bilateral relationship.
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/63583
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/63583
Trump in Japan to chart course for bilateral ties with new premier
U.S. President Donald Trump landed in Tokyo on Monday evening, beginning the second leg of a three-nation Asia trip to discuss with Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, how to steer the future ...
english.kyodonews.net
October 27, 2025 at 5:53 PM
News on Japan: President Trump landed in Tokyo on Monday evening, beginning the second leg of a three-nation Asia trip to discuss with Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, how to steer the future course of the bilateral relationship.
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/63583
Read here: https://english.kyodonews.net/articles/-/63583
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social comments that prior to the planned meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping, "Trump may also be considering how he might strengthen his hand by demonstrating the robustness of the U.S.-Japan relationship." (AP News)
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For Japan's new leader, the key to connecting with Trump could be a Ford F-150 truck
President Donald Trump has landed in Japan, where he'll meet new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for the first time.
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October 27, 2025 at 3:52 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social comments that prior to the planned meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping, "Trump may also be considering how he might strengthen his hand by demonstrating the robustness of the U.S.-Japan relationship." (AP News)
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@csis.org hosted a press briefing on President Trump's visit to Asia with
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
Previewing President Trump’s Asia Visit
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a call-in press briefing to preview President Trump's upcoming visit to Asia.
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October 25, 2025 at 7:56 PM
@csis.org hosted a press briefing on President Trump's visit to Asia with
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
Nicholas Szechenyi provides an overview of Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi's policy stances regarding the U.S.-Japan relationship and the biggest challenges she will face as prime minister in @csis.org's recent Asked & Answered.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bIy3eclRiMM
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bIy3eclRiMM
Japan’s New Prime Minister | Asked & Answered
YouTube video by Center for Strategic & International Studies
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October 24, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Nicholas Szechenyi provides an overview of Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi's policy stances regarding the U.S.-Japan relationship and the biggest challenges she will face as prime minister in @csis.org's recent Asked & Answered.
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bIy3eclRiMM
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bIy3eclRiMM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social weighs in on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first meeting with President Donald Trump, noting "the potential to build rapport with him based on their shared conservative views." (The Mainichi Shimbun)
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Trump's Japan visit an early diplomatic test for Abe protege Takaichi - The Mainichi
WASHINGTON (Kyodo) -- In the first trip to Asia of his second term, all eyes will be on how U.S. President Donald Trump engages with Japan's new Prime
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October 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social weighs in on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's first meeting with President Donald Trump, noting "the potential to build rapport with him based on their shared conservative views." (The Mainichi Shimbun)
Read Here: https://bit.ly/3JuQgO1
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NEW: CSIS hosted a briefing on President Trump's upcoming trip to Asia, featuring experts from @geopolitics.csis.org, @korea.csis.org, @japan.csis.org, the CSIS Economics Program, the CSIS India Chair, and the CSIS Freeman Chair in China Studies.
Read their insights: www.csis.org/analysis/pre...
Read their insights: www.csis.org/analysis/pre...
Previewing President Trump’s Asia Visit
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a call-in press briefing to preview President Trump's upcoming visit to Asia.
www.csis.org
October 24, 2025 at 4:14 PM
NEW: CSIS hosted a briefing on President Trump's upcoming trip to Asia, featuring experts from @geopolitics.csis.org, @korea.csis.org, @japan.csis.org, the CSIS Economics Program, the CSIS India Chair, and the CSIS Freeman Chair in China Studies.
Read their insights: www.csis.org/analysis/pre...
Read their insights: www.csis.org/analysis/pre...
News on Japan: In her first policy speech at the Diet, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi underscored her determination to create economic growth through aggressive public spending.
Read here: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/16113314
Read here: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/16113314
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Says She’ll Get Japan’s Security Spending up to 2％ of GDP in FY25
<p>The government will increase national security spending to 2% of gross domestic product within the current fiscal year, two years ahead of schedule, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday in her...
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp
October 24, 2025 at 4:06 PM
News on Japan: In her first policy speech at the Diet, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi underscored her determination to create economic growth through aggressive public spending.
Read here: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/16113314
Read here: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/16113314