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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: Revising the Development Cooperation Charter: Issues in Linking ODA and Security
Essays and Commentary

IINA: Revising the Development Cooperation Charter: Issues in Linking ODA and Security

This paper will outline the links between Japan’s ODA policy and national security and examine whether fears over the use of ODA for military initiatives are warranted.

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August 10, 2022

Latest Events

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14Sep

Ocean Forum "The First Port Call of the 'Statsraad Lehmkuhl' in Asia and the 'UN Decade of Ocean Science': What We Must Do to Correct the Knowledge Divide in Ocean Science"

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14Jul

Unraveling Layers of Masculinity

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30Jun

UN Ocean Conference Side Event “High Level Policy Dialogues on Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture for Blue Economies in Africa - Regional cooperation and international partnership”

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27Jun

UN Ocean Conference Side Event "Blue economy for the Pacific island countries - Leadership, capacity development and blue economy index" back

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Essays and Commentary

IINA: Russia's invasion of Ukraine accelerates Africa's departure from the West

The impact of Russia’s invasion in Ukraine may appear disconnected from Africa, as Africa is far from the region in concern. In reality, however, Africa is severely affected by this event. Among others, an energy crisis and a food crisis are two major consequences of the war that affect Africa.

August 8, 2022
Reports and Publications

Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Challenges in the Civilian Use of Nuclear Energy and Japan’s Role

The Study Group on Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Nuclear Security (chaired by Professor Tatsujiro Suzuki, Nagasaki University), established by the Security Studies Program of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, has published a set of urgent recommendations entitled "Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Challenges in the Civilian Use of Nuclear Energy and Japan’s Role.”

August 4, 2022
Essays and Commentary

【Indo-Pacific Regional Disinformation Research Series Vol.1】Fact-checking as a means to fight disinformation: Trends and challenges amid political turmoil and elections in Asia

The proliferation of political misinformation is not new in Asia. Even before phrases like “post-truth” and “fake news” made their way into our daily conversations in 2016 and 2017.

August 3, 2022
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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
Asia and Middle East Program

Asia and Middle East Program
Peacebuilding Program

Peacebuilding Program
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: Revising the Development Cooperation Charter: Issues in Linking ODA and Security

By Ippeita Nishida, Senior Research Fellow, The Sasakawa Peace Foundation

This paper will outline the links between Japan’s ODA policy and national security and examine whether fears over the use of ODA for military initiatives are warranted.

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August 10, 2022

Latest News

Security Studies Program

IINA: Russia's invasion of Ukraine accelerates Africa's departure from the West

The impact of Russia’s invasion in Ukraine may appear disconnected from Africa, as Africa is far from the region in concern. In reality, however, Africa is severely affected by this event. Among others, an energy crisis and a food crisis are two major consequences of the war that affect Africa.

By Koji Sakane, Chief Representative, Sudan Office, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

August 8, 2022
Security Studies Program

【Indo-Pacific Regional Disinformation Research Series Vol.1】Fact-checking as a means to fight disinformation: Trends and challenges amid political turmoil and elections in Asia

The proliferation of political misinformation is not new in Asia. Even before phrases like “post-truth” and “fake news” made their way into our daily conversations in 2016 and 2017.

By Mr. Masato Kajimoto (Journalism & Media Studies Centre, The University of Hong Kong Associate Professor)

August 3, 2022
Security Studies Program

IINA: Averting a Sino-American Conflict: A Review of Kevin Rudd’s The Avoidable War

The Avoidable War: The Dangers of a Catastrophic Conflict between the US and Xi Jinping's China by former Australian Prime Minister and Foreign Minster Kevin Rudd speaks to the vigorous debate on Sino-US rivalry being conducted in Australia, the US, and across the world.

By Dr. Thomas Wilkins, Senior Lecturer, The University of Sydney Senior Fellow, Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)

August 2, 2022
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Ocean Policy Research Institute

Interview on the Ocean's Future | White Paper on the Oceans and Ocean Policy 2022

“No Healthy Planet Without a Healthy Ocean.”

In this opening interview for the 2022 White Paper on the Oceans and Ocean Policy, Peter Thomson, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, discusses mankind’s role in the future of the ocean. Joining him are interviewers Yuri Takeda, Environmental Journalist, and Dr. Atsushi Sunami, President of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation.

July 22, 2022
Interview on the Ocean's Future | White Paper on the Oceans and Ocean Policy 2022
Training Future Women Politicians in Japan: Academy for Gender Parity and SPF
Peacebuilding Program

Training Future Women Politicians in Japan: Academy for Gender Parity and SPF

The Academy for Gender Parity and SPF recently held a training workshop for aspiring women politicians. Japan ranks 147th out of 156 countries in women’s political empowerment according to the Global Gender Gap Report, and women still make up a small percentage of elected officials and candidates in Japan. This training tackles the gender gap head on by developing future women leaders.

July 21, 2022
Engagement & Remedy Forum for Responsible Business Conduct 2022 (February 28, 2022)
Asia and Middle East Program

Engagement & Remedy Forum for Responsible Business Conduct 2022 (February 28, 2022)

At this Forum, we would like to explain the detail of what we call the “Japan Center for Engagement and Remedy on Business and Human Rights,” and hear opinion and comments from experts.

March 23, 2022
Online Pre-Event “Towards the Our Ocean Conference in Palau - Updates and Perspectives" (March 16)
Ocean Policy Research Institute

Online Pre-Event “Towards the Our Ocean Conference in Palau - Updates and Perspectives" (March 16)

The Republic of Palau will host the Our Oceans Conference (OOC) on April 13-14, 2022. The OOC in Palau has been held since 2016 in various countries to promote dialogue, coalition building, and collaboration toward a sustainable ocean, and this will be the seventh meeting in Palau.

March 16, 2022
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Reports and Publications

<Urgent Recommendations> Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Challenges in the Civilian Use of Nuclear Energy and Japan’s Role

Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Challenges in the Civilian Use of Nuclear Energy and Japan’s Role
Gender Equality in Asia-Pacific

Gender Equality in Asia-Pacific
Strengthening Japan’s Defense Diplomacy: An SPF Policy Proposal

Strengthening Japan’s Defense Diplomacy: An SPF Policy Proposal

"Ocean Newsletter Selected Papers No.27" is now available.
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