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SUMMARY:The U.S.-Japan Alliance and Taiwan 
DESCRIPTION:Tensions in East Asia are rising. Military activity around Taiwan has intensified\, U.S.-China relations remain strained\, and regional actors are reassessing their strategic positions. But one key player is often overlooked in public debate: Japan.&nbsp\;\\n\\n\\n\\nWhat role would Japan play in a potential Taiwan contingency? How does Tokyo view its alliance with the United States in light of growing regional instability? And how might Japan’s policy choices shape deterrence—and possible conflict—in the Taiwan Strait?&nbsp\;\\n\\n\\n\\nIn this upcoming CKN Knowledge Session\, Prof. Adam P. Liff examines the evolving role of the U.S.-Japan alliance in the context of Taiwan. He will explore how Japanese policymakers interpret current security challenges\, and why Japan’s decisions are critical for understanding future developments in the region. His presentation will be followed by a response from Mina Pollmann (University of Amsterdam\, Leiden Asia Centre).\\n\\n\\n\\nRecent events—including Chinese military exercises around Taiwan and diplomatic tensions with Japan—underscore the urgency of these questions. This session offers a timely and nuanced perspective on alliance politics\, regional security\, and the risks of escalation.&nbsp\;
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