Tomohiko Taniguchi

Tomohiko Taniguchi, a professor and former advisor to Shinzo Abe, joins Charles Litchfield from the Atlantic Council to explore U.S.-Japan relations. They discuss why Japan has fallen out of Trump’s favor and the influence of historical trade tensions. The conversation highlights Shinzo Abe’s unique strategies, like using golf to foster ties with Trump, and examines the potential impact of the upcoming Japanese election on these relations. They also tackle issues like PRC aggression and the role of Russian disinformation.

Tomohiko Taniguchi, a distinguished fellow at the Ludovika Public Diplomacy Hub and former advisor to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, discusses Japan's geopolitical challenges. He emphasizes the vital US-Japan alliance against regional threats, alongside Japan's response to China's rise. Taniguchi also explores the balance between traditional values and modern social changes, touching on Japan's immigration policies and the potential of stronger ties with India. He assesses Prime Minister Takaichi’s approach and the longstanding cultural ties between Japan and Hungary.