
The Asia Chessboard
Japan’s Approach to De-Risking
Oct 3, 2023
Mr. Tatsuya Terazawa, Chairman and CEO of the Institute of Energy Economics in Japan, discusses Japan's strategy for de-risking and technology competition. They explore China's role in the clean energy transition and the need for better coordination among stakeholders. The dispute between China and Japan over Fukushima's wastewater and the balancing act of reducing emissions while safeguarding business interests are also examined.
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- Japan has implemented policies to safeguard its technology leadership and reduce reliance on Chinese companies in order to ensure competitiveness in technology without undue dependence on China.
- To strike a balance in the energy transition towards clean technologies, Japan and other countries must diversify their sources, promote efficiency, explore recycling, and collaborate with like-minded nations to minimize vulnerabilities and protect against economic coercion.
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Japan's focus on economic security
Japan has been at the forefront of highlighting the importance of economic security, expanding it to include technology. Recognizing the rapid rise of China and the vulnerabilities associated with overdependence, Japan has implemented a broad range of policies to safeguard its technology leadership and reduce reliance on Chinese companies. These policies include strengthening investment screening, promoting economic cooperation with like-minded countries, and expanding economic security to cover critical minerals. By addressing economic security concerns, Japan aims to ensure competitiveness in technology while avoiding undue dependence on China.
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