This week in the Boston Global Forum Weekly – Four Pillars Roundup, we open a critical conversation inspired by The Washington Post article:
📄 “Japan, after 101 tough days, learns a hard lesson about U.S. alliance” by Chie Tanaka
The article reflects on Japan’s recent diplomatic challenges and the evolving dynamics within the US-Japan alliance, a cornerstone of Indo-Pacific security and democratic cooperation. As the global order faces rising tensions and new forms of power competition, the resilience of alliances among democratic nations becomes even more essential.
At Boston Global Forum, the Four Pillars — Peace, Democracy, Innovation, and Leadership — provide the framework to analyze these developments. Japan’s experience underscores:
- The need for deepened trust and strategic alignment between allies.
- The role of leadership foresight in navigating geopolitical shifts.
- The imperative for technological and defense innovation, especially in AI and cybersecurity.
- The ongoing mission to fortify democratic values and global stability.
We invite BGF leaders, scholars, and partners to reflect and discuss:
✅ How can the US-Japan alliance adapt to new geopolitical realities?
✅ What leadership is required to strengthen democratic coalitions in the AI age?
✅ How can innovation — especially in AI — reinforce peace and security?
📌 Read the original Washington Post article here:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/07/07/japan-us-alliance-defense-security/
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