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The COVID-19 pandemic is exposing the quality of governance and competence of the world’s leaders. When politicians and civil servants fail to deliver, they quickly lose credibility and legitimacy.

"I think this is part of a process that North Korea is carrying out, to try to normalize their weapons programs over all," Karl Friedhoff tells BBC World News.

Craig Kafura offers insights into Washington's ties with Tokyo.

Russia's use of a nuclear weapon in Ukraine would be catastrophic, but not solely because of the physical damage the it would cause, Paul Poast writes.

In spite of Trump, Shinzo Abe was still able to strengthen US-Japan relations during his time as Prime Minister.

Paul Poast argues that President Biden's declaration that the US would defend Taiwan if it were attacked by China deserves a serious look.

Karl Friedhoff joins Steve Scully to discuss North Korea's latest missile test over Japan and what it means for the future.

As world leaders meet in Japan, they are likely to discuss Russia's war in Ukraine, tensions in the Taiwan Strait, and economic coercion from China, Craig Kafura tells Steve Scully.

Ukraine joining NATO will not increase tensions. It will reduce them, argue Ivo Daadler, Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, and Stefano Stefanini.

The hope in Seoul and Tokyo is that even if Donald Trump is reelected, their partnership with Washington will be strong and resilient enough to survive.

By the time of this week’s Democratic presidential debate, President Trump should be ensconced in meetings with counterparts at an international summit gathering in Osaka, Japan.

To tackle the political and economic inflation emergency, "it will require leaning in to trade relationships with friends and allies we trust."

Craig Kafura and Paul Nadeau discuss Shinzo Abe's reputation as a "controversial figure" and what is next for Japan.

North Korea is continuing to improve its nuclear capabilities. And political and economic relations between Japan and South Korea are deteriorating rapidly.

What will former Prime Minister Abe’s death mean for the internal and international politics of Japan? Nonresident Senior Fellow Cecile Shea weighs in on CBS.

Cecile Shea joins CNN to discuss the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and what comes next for Japan.

Cécile Shea joins the Deep State Radio Daily Brief to discuss Shinzo Abe's assassination, his legacy, and what comes next for Japan.

“The stronger Japanese response to this crisis is not solely driven by policymakers, but also by the public’s reaction,” writes Craig Kafura in the Diplomat.

Craig Kafura discusses the Iran Deal and the US-Japan relationship.

Dina Smeltz and Craig Kafura discuss how the US can reassure its allies of its commitment and credibility.

The backlash to the South Korean leader's comments to the Washington Post served as an important test of his underlying support, Karl Friedhoff writes.

Although the agreement is unpopular among South Koreans, it hasn't had much impact on the president's approval rating, Karl Friedhoff writes.

In picking fronts that offer the paths of least resistance, trilateral cooperation will maximize the presence of all three countries in ASEAN, maintaining balance in the region and making collective progress toward economic and development goals.

Recommendations for how the Obama administration and Congress can restore America’s leadership in the fight against global hunger and poverty.

Advancing the group's pillars of prosperity and development will be at the very heart of competition with China in the coming decade.

The United States will have to take the lead in rebuilding trust and confidence in its security commitments—including the nuclear guarantee.

Regardless of changes in US administration or China's power, the Japanese government must support the region’s continued prosperity.

A report from the Task Force on Trilateral Cooperation Amid China’s Rise recommends a new policy mix that leverages each country’s individual strengths and advantages.

As China rises in power, Americans support US bases in Japan and want to build strong relations with US allies in Asia.

This joint report examines the public opinion of changes taking place in the Asia-Pacific, including mutual concerns and competing visions, in order to make better-informed policy decisions.

American, Japanese, and South Korean publics see China as a more of a threat than a partner. Trilateral cooperation will be key to managing China's rise.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey of South Korean attitudes towards the United States was conducted in December 2019 in South Korea.

Changes in the public's opinion within the last year will offer some insight into the stability of the relationship between the United States and China.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the American public’s foreign policy attitudes demonstrate support for the pivot to Asia.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey finds that a majority in Mexico now express a favorable view of the United States.

But a majority oppose sending US troops if China were to invade the island.

The Council's polling experts examine how American foreign policy experts think of the term "allies," and whether variations in thinking matter for US foreign policy decisions.

New data from the Japan Institute of International Affairs and the Council offer insights on how publics in the United States and Japan view the relationship between their countries.

Majorities of South Koreans cite low birthrates in South Korea and North Korea’s nuclear program as larger threats than China's economic or military power.

Chicago Council Survey data reveals growing concern across party lines about China's economic and military power.

But a majority of Americans support efforts to mitigate its effects.

Most Americans see military power and security alliances as an effective way to achieve foreign policy goals, but differences emerge about when to deploy troops.

A February 2019 poll found most Americans describe the United States and China as rivals (63%) rather than partners (32%).

Survey data show the American public believes relations with each of the countries are important. However, there is a variance in the opinion that shows larger issues affecting the trilateral relationship.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the US and Japan have mutually positive views of each other’s leadership efforts.

Poll finds a majority of Americans value the US security partnership with Israel but say the status quo between Israel and Palestinians is unacceptable.

While the US public believes trade is good for the economy, it does favors some restrictions—especially on goods such as semiconductors.

President Biden declared that "the pandemic is over." Council polling shows that when it comes to security and foreign policy, most Americans agree.

Republicans with a very favorable view of the former president seem to prefer a US role that is more independent and less cooperative.