Japan’s New Role in Regional Security: How Far Beyond National Defence?

Overview

The defence reforms included in Japan’s 2022 ‘strategic documents’ raise expectations of a shift not just in terms of national defence, but potentially the regional balance of power. In the space of a few short years, Japan is on track to become one of the world’s top spenders on defence, with the ability to respond to attacks at a greater range, and with greater speed and effectiveness, than was the case even at the height of the Cold War.

Professor Hughes will explore the factors driving these changes and the challenges in implementing them. He will also reflect on what this tells us about the broader security dynamics of East Asia.

The briefing will be chaired by Dr Philip Shetler-Jones, Senior Research Fellow for Indo-Pacific Security at RUSI.

Joining Instructions

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Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. The event is 'off the record'.

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