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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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Nurturing the next generation of young people to tackle ocean challenges
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Nurturing the next generation of young people to tackle ocean challenges

Sailing and oceanographic observation on a large sailing Norwegian vessel, supported by the Ocean Policy Research Institute

To study the effects of global climate change and ocean pollution, the Norwegian tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl is currently conducting the "One Ocean Expedition," a 19-month voyage around the world, which started from Norway in August 2021.

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November 22, 2022

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28Nov

Ensuring a Sustainable Blue Economy in an Open and Interconnected Indo-Pacific Region: Japan-Bangladesh Cooperation in Synergizing Latent Potentials Among South & Southeast Asian Bay of Bengal Littoral and Adjacent Countries

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24Nov

Social Challenges and Initiatives in the Middle East: With a Journalist from Jordan

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10Nov

The Intersection of Cults and Violent Extremism: What Intervention is Necessary? From Global De-radicalization Efforts

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04Nov

SPF China Observer: Satellite Imagery Analysis-Current State of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and Concerns Going Forward

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20Oct

A Conversation with the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton

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03Oct

SPF China Observer: Challenges for China Posed by the Ukraine War

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29Sep

Ukraine Crisis and Turkish Foreign Policy

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21Sep

SPF China Observer: "Observations on Lack of Transparency in China’s Nuclear Arms Expansion"

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20Sep

Community-based Activities and Governance for Seascape Restoration

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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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09Sep

International Symposium “Sustainable Blue Economies -Challenges and Future Perspectives for Palau”

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05Sep

One year after the fall of Kabul: The current situation in Afghanistan and future prospects

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Ocean Newsletter

Ocean Newsletter No. 535 of OPRI (Ocean Policy Research Institute) is now available.

November 21, 2022
Press Release

Ocean Policy Research Institute publishes "Climate Security: Global Warming and a Free and Open Indo-Pacific"

The Ocean Policy Research Institute of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (OPRI-SPF) is pleased to announce the publication of the English version of "Climate Security: Global Warming and a Free and Open Indo-Pacific," originally published in Japanese in September 2021.

November 15, 2022
SPF NOW

Interview with Dr. Ufuk Ulutaş, Chairman of Center for Strategic Research, and Dr. Mesut Özcan, Director of Diplomacy Academy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye

Dr. Ulutaş and Dr. Özcan sat down with SPF to discuss the unique position of Türkiye within the Ukraine conflict, current Japan-Türkiye relations, and possible areas to deepen this partnership, including potential cooperation on defense issues.

November 14, 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

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: Southeast Asia and the United States under the Biden administration: From expectations to bewilderment

By Tomotaka Shoji, Head, Asia-Africa Division, Regional Studies Department, National Institute for Defense Studies (NIDS)

From expectations to bewilderment

One and a half years have passed since the inauguration of the Biden administration in the United States. This essay discusses the Biden administration’s policy with respect to Southeast Asia centered on the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and the reaction of the Southeast Asian side and the prospects going forward.

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November 1, 2022

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Security Studies Program

IINA: Southeast Asia and the Russian Invasion of Ukraine — Diverse Relations, Mixed Reactions

On February 24, Russia shocked the world by launching a military invasion of Ukraine. Although geographically distant, Southeast Asia was also caught by surprise. However, reactions among the region’s 11 countries, including East Timor, were mixed. Why did these differing reactions emerge? This article examines the Southeast Asian reactions to the situation in Ukraine, taking particular consideration of bilateral relations between Southeast Asian countries and Russia.

By Tomotaka Shoji

November 1, 2022
Security Studies Program

Japan U.S. Alliance Study: New Development in Wargaming as Seen in the U.S. Pacific Deterrence Initiative

Wargaming is an important decision-making tool in many countries of the world. And it is now developing at a level and speed unthinkable in Japan. In fact, signs that Cycle of Research starts to function in the U.S. military’s decision-making process are becoming more pronounced, this can also be gleaned in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Strategy and Pacific Deterrence Initiative, which are beginning to have a major impact on the security policy of Japan as an U.S. ally. This article is a brief discussion of this development.

By Hiroyasu Akutsu, Research Fellow, Sasakawa Peace Foundation/Professor, Department of Law, Heisei International University

October 19, 2022
Security Studies Program

Shaping the Pragmatic and Effective Strategy Toward China Project: Working Paper Vol. 11

Both Japan and the United States have increasingly been turning to economic measures to manage their security ties with China. All US presidents since Barack Obama, for instance, have sought to curb the transfer to China of sensitive products and technologies that could shift the balance of power in Beijing’s favor. In the following, I will explore how Japan and United States can more effectively coordinate their export control systems in the face of ongoing changes in US policy.

By Heigo Sato, Professor, Faculty of International Studies & Institute of World Studies Takushoku University

October 18, 2022
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Peacebuilding Program

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.

November 1, 2022
A Conversation with the Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton
Imphal Peace Museum Celebrates 3rd Anniversary, Premieres Testimonies of WWII Survivors in NE India
Asia Middle East Program

Imphal Peace Museum Celebrates 3rd Anniversary, Premieres Testimonies of WWII Survivors in NE India

The Imphal Peace Museum commemorated its third anniversary with an in-person event welcoming guests from across Northeast India and Japan.

October 13, 2022
First Port Call of the Statsraad Lehmkuhl in Asia and the UN Decade of Ocean Science (Ocean Forum)
Ocean Policy Research Institute

First Port Call of the Statsraad Lehmkuhl in Asia and the UN Decade of Ocean Science (Ocean Forum)

The Statsraad Lehmkuhl, which is currently operating the One Ocean Expedition, a research voyage circumnavigation of the globe, called at the Port of Yokohama as its first port of call in Asia. Seizing this opportunity, we invited stakeholders in ocean science to participate in the 191st Ocean Forum.

September 14, 2022
Intl. Symposium “Sustainable Blue Economies - Challenges and Future Perspectives for Palau”
Ocean Policy Research Institute

Intl. Symposium “Sustainable Blue Economies - Challenges and Future Perspectives for Palau”

At this symposium, H.E. Surangel Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau and his cabinet members and the Palau’s parliament representatives addressed policies and perspectives to promote sustainable blue economies in Palau and strengthen partnership with the Japanese government, organizations, and stakeholders.

September 9, 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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