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Geopolitics Drives Japan’s Economy
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Geopolitics Drives Japan’s Economy

GIS, 2017


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The confluence of regional geopolitics and disadvantageous demographics has forced Japan’s hand, compelling it to forge alliances abroad to fortify its economic preeminence in the face of an increasingly powerful China. This accessible overview by Asian expert Urs Schoettli explains why Japan – long an insular society – must now look outward to strengthen its small and medium-sized firms. getAbstract suggests this solid primer on regional issues to students of geopolitics and macroeconomics.

Take-Aways

  • Japan’s population could decrease by one-third by the year 2050, obliging Japanese companies to search abroad for talent and markets. 
  • China’s economic ascent poses another threat to Japan, as Chinese geopolitical clout spreads across Asia.
  • To counter China’s influence, the government of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is cultivating relationships abroad, particularly with India.

About the Author

Urs Schoettli is a subject matter expert with Geopolitical Intelligence Services.