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Identarian Atlanticism and foreign policy implications: a study of European public attitudes

An increasing number of scholars have studied the role of identity in shaping states’ foreign policy. In Europe, the existence of diverse national identities renders shared senses of European identity an important foundation for any foreign policy requiring supra-national coordination. Most studies support the view that strengthening senses of European identity promote ‘Europeanist’ foreign policy… Continue reading Identarian Atlanticism and foreign policy implications: a study of European public attitudes

Ishiba’s Japan: Navigating diplomacy and security in the post-Abe era

Japan’s new Prime Minister, Shigeru Ishiba, a former defense chief and critic of the late Shinzo Abe, is expected to shift Japan’s domestic and international policies towards a more moderate and diplomatic approach, particularly with China, while balancing regional security and strengthening ties with key partners like the US. Key takeaways Shigeru Ishiba’s election as… Continue reading Ishiba’s Japan: Navigating diplomacy and security in the post-Abe era

Downfall of Bangladesh’s leader is a lesson to Southeast Asian autocrats

Regimes in Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos should note the uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina. The overthrow of Bangladesh’s Sheikh Hasina earlier this month wouldn’t have pleased Southeast Asia’s autocrats. Some have been more open than others about their concerns. “I don’t want to see this type of situation happening in Cambodia,” Prime Minister Hun Manet… Continue reading Downfall of Bangladesh’s leader is a lesson to Southeast Asian autocrats

How dense are Thailand’s reactionaries?

In quashing one political threat, the country’s conservative establishment may have created an even bigger one. A few months ago, I wrote a column here in the Diplomat predicting that Thailand’s Constitutional Court would end up ordering the dissolution of the Move Forward Party, the largest party in the country’s parliament. After several delays, the court finally… Continue reading How dense are Thailand’s reactionaries?

Is Japan giving up on pacifism?

Since the end of World War II, Japan has largely upheld pacifism. However, this stance seems to be shifting recently, as exemplified by the growing desire among Japanese citizens to amend Article 9, the pacifist clause in Japan’s constitution. This article analyzes why Japanese citizens are re-evaluating their views on Article 9 by examining data… Continue reading Is Japan giving up on pacifism?

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Identarian Atlanticism and foreign policy implications: a study of European public attitudes

Ishiba’s Japan: Navigating diplomacy and security in the post-Abe era

Downfall of Bangladesh’s leader is a lesson to Southeast Asian autocrats

How dense are Thailand’s reactionaries?

Is Japan giving up on pacifism?

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