China and Russia face no disadvantage in ending military crackdown on civilians
Tokyo and Seoul need to bridge divides to confront regional security issues
Framework offers diplomatic and economic counterweight to China
Plans to surpass US and restrict democracy in Hong Kong will draw criticism
Authorities must not repeat tragic 1988 crackdown that left thousands dead
Aggressive Chinese presence in Senkaku waters requires careful response
Gender equality and diverse opinions should be embraced
New legislation aims to legitimize actions not permitted under international law
Generalizations about women risk perpetuating Japan's gender gap
Failure to return power to civilian regime risks new round of sanctions
Significant steps still needed to resolve diplomatic row between Tokyo and Seoul
Positive growth belies unresolved structural challenges
Plan for self-sufficient development shows country is headed in wrong direction
Multilateral framework should include China, rather than isolate it
Beijing should not throttle its dynamic tech sector
Beijing's willingness to leverage trade for foreign influence requires scrutiny
Attempt to hold young democracy activists accountable for protests is absurd
Members must avoid sacrificing standards to expand pact
Coordinated action is crucial to ending pandemic and creating new prosperity
Agreement should move toward greater tariff liberalization, more rigorous rules
President-elect's pledge of more diplomatic cooperation welcome change
Leaders should prioritize support for Chinese people amid pandemic
Japan can serve as bridge in weapons reduction talks
Process for building national consensus cannot be rushed
Cooperation with US, India, Australia crucial for Japan's new government