China’s Xi, American Secretary Discuss Currency, Korea
China’s new paramount leader meets with American treasury secretary Jack Lew.
Richard Colapinto
Abe Challenges Domestic Interests, Enters Trade Talks
The Japanese premier is driven into a Pacific trade partnership by the need to thwart China.
Wen Signals Status Quo in Final Congress Speech
China’s outgoing premier hints at no structural economic reforms in his parting speech.
In Washington, Japan’s Abe Reaffirms American Alliance
The partnership with the United States remains the cornerstone of Japanese foreign policy.
North Korea Nuclear Explosion Tests China’s Patience
China expresses its dissatisfaction, but drags its heels on concrete action.
New Japanese Government Deepens Burma Engagement
Japan plans to forgive the majority of the debt Burma owes it and invest more in the country.
Park Holds Onto Presidency for South Korea’s Conservatives
South Korea stays the course with the election of its first female president.
Japan’s Abe Proposes Foreign, Monetary Policy Changes
Shinzō Abe returns the Liberal Democrats to government with a resounding victory.
North Korea Surprises World with Successful Rocket Launch
Launch comes mere days after the regime announced a delay due to technical difficulties.
North Korea Plans Missile Test Amid International Tension
With political changes across the region, North Korea must make itself heard again.
South Korean Presidential Election Starts With Surprise
An independent candidate drops out, making the election a two-person race.
As Economy Slows, Japan’s Noda Backs Free Trade Deals
Japan’s prime minister throws his support behind freer trade as the economy contracts.
Japan Seeks Upgrade in American Security Alliance
In its island dispute with China, Japan isn’t sure if the United States have its back.
Mounting Sino-Japanese Tension Amid Military Exercise
China bristles as Japan and the United States conduct joint military exercises in East Asia.
Japan’s Politics in Game of Brinkmanship Over Budget
Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda is counting on the opposition to avoid a fiscal cliff.