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Think, Do, and Innovate-Tank

A think tank as well as a foundation, SPF believes that both words and actions are key to understanding the challenges of today and forging new paths toward a more harmonious, sustainable, and inclusive future. 
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IINA: The Threat of Conspiracy Theories in the Battle for the Cognitive Domain — A Consideration of the Status of Conspiracy Theories in Japan Based on Attempts at Regime Destruction Overseas —
Essays and Commentary

IINA: The Threat of Conspiracy Theories in the Battle for the Cognitive Domain — A Consideration of the Status of Conspiracy Theories in Japan Based on Attempts at Regime Destruction Overseas —

In recent years, the threat posed by conspiracy theories has gained attention in the security field. This paper presents an overview of the state of conspiracy theories overseas and in Japan. From the perspective of cognitive warfare, it analyzes the reasons why they are perceived as movements that threaten our security and must be addressed through countermeasures.

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September 27, 2023

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17Nov2023

Three-Day Event (November 17 - November 19) The International Eelgrass and Blue Carbon Workshop

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17Oct2023

Screening: "WHOLE" and Cross Talks with Producer and Key Actors

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05Oct2023

Like-Minded Allies? Indo-Pacific Partners’ Views on Possible Changes in the U.S. Relationship with Taiwan

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04Oct2023

(In Fussa) The Role of the Japan Coast Guard in Armed Conflicts

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30Sep2023

Cancelled: (In Sasebo) The Third Xi Jinping Administration's Domestic and Foreign Policy and the Taiwan Problem

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26Sep2023

(In Iwakuni) Community Conversations Seminar Series: Civil-Military Coordination on Disaster Relief Operations of the Japan Self-Defense Forces at Home and Abroad

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Essays and Commentary

IINA: Why the Ground Battle has Become Deadlocked in Ukraine

Ever since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the state of the conflict can be most accurately described as “deadlock.” This article will interpret the characteristics of the military situation visible from this deadlock, focusing on three perspectives: the “battles” fought using weapons by soldiers on the front line, the “operations” of units for attack and defense, and the “strategies” that combine several of these operations to command the entire war.

September 26, 2023
Reports and Publications

Impact Report: Gender Lens Incubation and Acceleration (GLIA)

SPF, together with DFAT and ygap, developed the concept of GLIA with the goal of ESOs to experiment with approaches to integrate gender lens to their work. This Impact Report analyzed the progress made by ESOs and practitioners engaged with GLIA.

September 26, 2023
Podcasts

SPF World Views: Ayaka Matsuno, Director of SPF's Gender Investment and Innovation Program

To take a closer look at how women’s empowerment was incorporated into the G20 process, we spoke with Ayaka Matsuno, director of the Gender Investment and Innovation Program at SPF. Ms. Matsuno joined SPF World Views to look back on her work as co-head for W20 Japan, discuss how gender equality initiatives were incorporated into the G20 Leaders' Declaration, and explore the ways that economic empowerment can accelerate progress toward gender equality.

September 15, 2023
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Programs

Japan–U.S. Program

Japan–U.S. Program

Acting as a hub of experts and intellectual information to strengthen the Japan–U.S. relationship and maintain regional peace and stability
Security Studies Program

Security Studies Program

Helping to bring peace and stability to Japan and the greater Indo-Pacific region
Scholarship Program

Scholarship Program

Providing study abroad scholarships for future leaders in Japan
Asia and Middle East Program

Asia and Middle East Program

Building a foundation of trust between Japan, Asia, and the Middle East to fortify solidarity and engender peaceful coexistence
Peacebuilding Program

Peacebuilding Program

Pursuing resolutions to lingering conflicts and the establishment of peace
Gender Investment and Innovation Program

Gender Investment and Innovation Program

Envisioning a society where women in Asia can realize their full potential
Sasakawa Japan-China Friendship Program

Sasakawa Japan-China Friendship Program

Working toward a future of lasting peace and mutual understanding
The Ocean Policy Research Institute

The Ocean Policy Research Institute

Pioneers for a sustainable ocean, developing an innovative ocean governance
Pacific Island Nations Program

Pacific Island Nations Program

Building mutual trust between Japan and Pacific island nations and promoting peace and prosperity in the region through targeted research and localized projects

Essays and Commentary

Security Studies Program

IINA: The Threat of Conspiracy Theories in the Battle for the Cognitive Domain — A Consideration of the Status of Conspiracy Theories in Japan Based on Attempts at Regime Destruction Overseas —

By Tomoko Nagasako, Research Fellow, Sasakawa Peace Foundation

In recent years, the threat posed by conspiracy theories has gained attention in the security field. This paper presents an overview of the state of conspiracy theories overseas and in Japan. From the perspective of cognitive warfare, it analyzes the reasons why they are perceived as movements that threaten our security and must be addressed through countermeasures.

Read more
September 27, 2023

Latest News

Security Studies Program

IINA: Why the Ground Battle has Become Deadlocked in Ukraine

Ever since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the state of the conflict can be most accurately described as “deadlock.” This article will interpret the characteristics of the military situation visible from this deadlock, focusing on three perspectives: the “battles” fought using weapons by soldiers on the front line, the “operations” of units for attack and defense, and the “strategies” that combine several of these operations to command the entire war.

By Noboru Yamaguchi Professor, International University of Japan

September 26, 2023
Security Studies Program

IINA: Australia and AUKUS into the 2030s

The announcement of the Australia-United Kingdom-United States “AUKUS” trilateral partnership in September of 2021 significantly impacted the strategic dynamics of the Indo-Pacific. The joint commitment to defence collaboration around nuclear-powered submarines and other advanced technologies came as a “strategic shock” to the region, and as cooperation progresses, AUKUS continues to attract fierce debate, and criticism, in some quarters.

By Thomas Wilkins, Senior Fellow, Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)

September 14, 2023
Gender Investment & Innovation

Nexus between Blue and Gender Financing: A State of the Market Analysis

Our seas and oceans, vast in breadth and rich in biodiversity, have long been the cornerstone of numerous industries that drive economic growth and sustain livelihoods of coastal communities. Tourism, fisheries and shipping are a few of these industries that today are threatened by pollution and climate change linked to human activities, putting the health of the blue economy and the balance of the marine ecosystem at risk.

September 12, 2023
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Ocean Policy Research Institute

195th Ocean Forum "Current ocean noise issues and guidance – European, American and Asian cases" (August 24, 2023)

In this forum, ocean acoustics experts from Europe, the U.S. and Asia presented on current ocean noise issues and related guidance, and discussed potential ways forward for the sustainable use of the ocean as well as mitigating ocean noise.

August 31, 2023
195th Ocean Forum
The Crisis in Ukraine and Potential Nuclear Risk (May 11, 2023)
Security Studies Program

The Crisis in Ukraine and Potential Nuclear Risk (May 11, 2023)

The Security Studies Program of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) held a symposium at the SPF International Conference Hall. In advance of the G7 Summit, the panelists discussed what the G7 should consider regarding the protection of nuclear facilities in wartime, the advancement of nuclear disarmament, and Japan's role in this process.

May 31, 2023
Sasakawa Peace Foundation｜Think, Do, and Innovate-Tank
SPF Introduction Video

Sasakawa Peace Foundation｜Think, Do, and Innovate-Tank

The Sasakawa Peace Foundation is a Think, Do, and Innovate-Tank that envisions a world that can transcend the differences that separate us. We are dedicated to working toward a more harmonious, sustainable, and inclusive future, made possible only through the efforts of the global community and generations to come. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.spf.org/en/

May 18, 2023
(With subtitles) A Conversation with the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton
Peacebuilding Program

(With subtitles) A Conversation with the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton

The Sasakawa Peace Foundation was thrilled to welcome the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton, former U.S. Secretary of State, world leader, and steadfast advocate for women’s rights, for a conversation with Ms. Izumi Nakamitsu, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs.

May 18, 2023
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Reports and Publications

Impact Report: Gender Lens Incubation and Acceleration (GLIA)

Impact Report: Gender Lens Incubation and Acceleration (GLIA)
Measuring Impact -Introduction-

Measuring Impact -Introduction-
The Training Manual for Deradicalization and Rehabilitation of Violent Extremist Offenders in Bangladesh

The Training Manual for Deradicalization and Rehabilitation of Violent Extremist Offenders in Bangladesh
Philanthropy Trend 2022 - Report on the Growth of Philanthropy Sector in Indonesia（in partnership with Filantropi Indonesia）

Philanthropy Trend 2022 - Report on the Growth of Philanthropy Sector in Indonesia（in partnership with Filantropi Indonesia）
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