Sheila A. Smith

Sheila A. Smith is the senior fellow for Japan Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. She writes regularly at Asia Unbound.

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For the First Time in 11 Years, Japan Is Beefing Up Its Military

For the First Time in 11 Years, Japan Is Beefing Up Its Military

China's increasingly aggressive stance in the East China Sea has prompted a shift in Tokyo's approach to the country's military. More »

The History Behind China and Japan's Anger Over a Few Empty Islands

The History Behind China and Japan's Anger Over a Few Empty Islands

The disputed Diaoyu/Senkaku islands are becoming an increasingly tense point in the long and complicated relationship between these two countries. More »

Why Japan, South Korea, and China Are So Riled Up Over a Few Tiny Islands

Why Japan, South Korea, and China Are So Riled Up Over a Few Tiny Islands

The old nationalist tensions are rising over some disputed Asian islands. More »

What Romney Got Wrong When He Insulted Japan

What Romney Got Wrong When He Insulted Japan

The presidential candidate had some disparaging -- and not quite accurate -- words for this close U.S. ally. More »

Japan's Dilemma Over Iran Sanctions

Japan's Dilemma Over Iran Sanctions

If the U.S. wants to isolate the Islamic Republic, it will need Tokyo's help. But are they able to give it? More »

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