On with Kara Swisher Ambassador Rahm Emanuel on the New Japan, Contending With China, and Biden’s Calm
Feb 8, 2024
Rahm Emanuel, the U.S. Ambassador to Japan and former mayor of Chicago, shares insights from his extensive political career. He discusses Japan's evolving role in global defense and its significance in U.S. relations, particularly in countering China. Emanuel reflects on the possible Biden-Trump rematch and its implications for American politics. He also touches on family dynamics with his brother, adding a humorous twist to the conversation. The combination of diplomatic strategy and personal anecdotes makes for an engaging listen.
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Evolving US-Japan Alliance
- The U.S./Japan relationship is evolving from alliance protection to alliance projection.
- Japan is key to a lattice-like security system in the Asia-Pacific region.
Japan's Policy Shifts
- Japan has made significant policy changes, like increasing its defense budget and adopting counter-strike capabilities.
- These rapid shifts signal a new Japan actively responding to strategic challenges.
Japan's Implicit Taiwan Commitment
- Japan's defense commitment to Taiwan is implicit, reflected in defense budget details and exercises.
- Deterrence involves multinational efforts, not just Taiwan and the U.S.