Unraveling the Japan-South Korea "virtual alliance": Populism and historical revisionism in the face of conflicting regional strategies

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A different logic, linking domestic politics and international agendas is identified, which highlights Japanese Prime Minister Koizumi Junichiro's single-minded commitment to pay annual visits to the Yasukuni Shrine, where Class A war criminals convicted at the Tokyo War crimes are enshrined. This logic is seen as a part of the worldwide view that encourages nationalist sentiments designed to allow Japanese to feel prouder of their history.

Social aspects, International aspects, History, War crimes

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Japan in 2006: A political transition

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Prime Minister Koizumi Junichiro of Japan stepped down in September 2006 after a five-year term in which he left a great legacy in domestic politics and foreign policy, but also encountered a backlash against his economic reform program. His successor, Abe Shinzo has pledged to repair relations with Japan's neighbors, China and South Korea, and to promote a pro-growth economic strategy.

China, International politics, Political activity, Prime ministers, Junichiro, Koizumi, Shinzo, Abe

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Japan in 2007: a divided government

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Japan's political scene, foreign policy, and its economic appreciation in 2007 are reviewed. Partial defeat of the Liberal Democratic Party led to a divided government, triangular mergers opened doors for overseas firms, and the U.S. financial and economic uncertainty led to a sharp appreciation of the yen and evoked concern regarding Japanese dependence on exports to the U.S.

Analysis, Elections, Economic conditions, 2007 AD

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