ChinaTalk Japan's China Challenge
Apr 4, 2021
In this conversation, Yuka Koshino, a Research Fellow at IISS specializing in Japan-China relations, and Akira Igata, Executive Director at the Center for Rule-making Strategy, delve into Japan's evolving view of China over the past two decades. They discuss Japan's delicate balance of technological diplomacy amid rising tensions and how cultural exchanges impact public sentiment. The talk also touches on Japan's strategic alliances in response to China's coercion, particularly concerning Taiwan, all while highlighting the intricate dance of innovation and foreign policy.
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Shifting Japan-China Relations
- Japanese public opinion towards China soured after the 2010 Senkaku Islands incident.
- Assertive actions by the Chinese government, coupled with China's economic growth, worsened the relationship.
Eroding Goodwill
- Japan played a significant role in China's reform and opening, initially with goodwill and investment.
- This goodwill has eroded due to evolving geopolitical dynamics and security concerns.
Japan's Balancing Act
- Japan faces pressure from the US to restrict technology exports to China due to security concerns.
- Simultaneously, Japan needs to maintain its economic relationship with China, its large market.
