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Japan-Latin America Relations: Then & Now
After decades of engagement with Latin America, Japan is looking to deepen and expand relations.
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A New Phase in Japan-Latin America and the Caribbean Relations
For decades, Japan has been an important trading partner, lender, investor, and provider of official development assistance in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Japanese Engagement with LAC: Post-Boom Prospects
Although growth is slowing on both sides of the Pacific, Japan would appear committed to continued economic engagement with the region.
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Japan-Mexico Relations: Finding Common Ground in a Changing Policy Environment
On October 17, the Inter-American Dialogue, JALAC, COMEXI, COMCE, and the Embassy of Japan in Mexico, held a public meeting to examine developments in Japan’s long-standing relationship with Mexico.
Are Japan’s Ties to Latin America Getting Stronger?
Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono visited Latin America Aug. 11-19, with stops in Ecuador, Peru, Colombia and Mexico. Kono’s priorities during the trip were strengthening economic cooperation and trade ties with the region, particularly the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and seeking support on diplomatic issues, including those related to North Korea, NHK reported. What did he accomplish during his tour? Where are Japan-Latin America relations headed? Does Japan have a clear and coherent strategy in Latin America? Which sectors and countries in the region are of greatest importance for Japan, and what is driving that interest?
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Japan’s Latest Moves in LAC: Reshaping the Partnership
Japan is upgrading its relations with Latin America with a focus on innovation, sustainable infrastructure and value chain development.
Japanese Engagement with LAC: Advancing Relations in an Era of Uncertainty
Japan has launched a new phase in its relations with Latin America and the Caribbean.
Advancing US-Japan Cooperation on Digital Economy Development in Latin America: Three Recommendations
Enhanced Japan-US collaboration would do much to advance the delivery of information and communications technology platforms across the region.
Japan’s Role in LAC’s Covid-19 Recovery
Japan has a critical role to play in Latin America’s post-Covid-19 recovery.