| ID | 118417 |
| Title Proper | Continuity and change |
| Other Title Information | evolution, not revolution, in Japan's foreign and security policy under the DPJ |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Howe, Brendan M ; Campbell, Joel R |
| Publication | 2013. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | In this article, we address four common, often contradictory misconceptions concerning Japanese foreign and security policy. First, Japan's strategic "normalization" is dangerous. Second, Japan is incapable of having a "normal" policy. Third, Japan is about to become "normal." Fourth, foreign and security policy under the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) will differ radically from what it was for fifty years under the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). We contend that Japan is not a threat; that it has a security policy, but not one that fits well with Western models; and that Japan's security policy is changing, gradually not radically, and is not becoming just like the West's. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Perspectives Vol. 37, No.1; Jan-Mar 2013: p.99-123 |
| Journal Source | Asian Perspectives Vol. 37, No.1; Jan-Mar 2013: p.99-123 |
| Key Words | East Asian Politics ; Foreign and Security Policy ; Normalization ; Democratic Party of Japan |