| ID | 149060 |
| Title Proper | US–Japan negotiations on the Trans-Pacific partnership |
| Other Title Information | domestic societal interests and international power developments |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Yoshimatsu, Hidetaka |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article explores which factors influenced the process of US–Japan negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership. It argues that while pressures from major societal groups and legislative members hampered progress of bilateral negotiations, state leaders’ preferences for reacting strategically to geopolitical and geo-economic developments played a catalytic role in propelling the negotiations. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 56, No.6; Nov-Dec 2016: p.1145-1167 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol: 56 No 6 |
| Key Words | Japan ; United States ; Interest Group ; Trade Negotiations ; Trans-Pacific Partnership |