The Semi-Public World of Influencer Diplomacy, Universities and Think Tanks
Governments that engage in influencer diplomacy as well as those who benefit from it have an interest in keeping these activities semi-public.
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The Need for Peace Diplomacy in South Korea
Some people would say that peace diplomacy is naïve, but by seeking “positive peace” the Moon Jae-in government will become a true winner on the international scene.
Theory Synthesis in Sport and International Relations Research
An inadequate embodiment of IR paradigms exists in contemporary ‘sport & IR’ research as soft power, although highly influential, remains theoretically simplistic.
Interview – Tomohiko Taniguchi
Tomohiko Taniguchi shares his views on Japan’s global standing, its foreign relations with the EU and its Northeast neighbours, and the impact of ‘Abenomics’ policies.
The Comfort Women Controversy in the American Public Square
A prevalent mindset existed, and is deeply rooted, among both the Japanese and American military that women were expected to provide sexual services to their soldiers.
Statue Politics vs. East Asian Security: The Growing Role of China
China’s goals in jumping on the official comfort women bandwagon are arguably strategic, helping support the growing divide between Japan and Korea.
Korean Civil Society Organizations: Accomplishments and Expectations
Koreans have drawn parallels between the treatment of the comfort women and the Holocaust, leading Koreans to seek recognition of guilt and accountability from Japan.
The Unusual Case of Taiwan
Unlike Korea, Taiwan has built monuments to pay homage to Japan, honoring the contribution that Japan made to Taiwan during the colonial period, including comfort women.
Opposition to Comfort Women Memorials in the United States
Many suggest that Japanese crimes pale in comparison to Western imperialism which was not characterized by the progress and prosperity that Japanese colonialism produced.
A Unified Korea: Good for All (Except Japan)
If the Koreas gain greater harmony they may focus more overtly on Japan’s past deeds and its present ambitions, directly impacting upon Japan’s ‘middle power‘ status.
Interview – Virginie Grzelczyk
Virginie Grzelczyk discusses North Korea’s status as a nuclear power, the ways in which they are
“mainstreaming”, and their relationship with South Korea and the US.
