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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 14h

“Forged in Fire: The Indo-Pacific Reimagined” 🔥

Part II concludes with Kathryn Paik, Seokjin Yun, and Grace Price discussing partnerships forged during WWII and its aftermath––Korea, Australia, and the Pacific Islands––and how relations evolved since the war. 🇰🇷🇦🇺🏝️

Part II here 📖: ow.ly/qICc50XiZUG

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 18h

“Forged in Fire: The Indo-Pacific Reimagined” 🔥

The third part then moves onto Taiwan scholars Sheng-wen Cheng and Grace Price analyzing Taiwan’s efforts to push back against these narratives, defining a Taiwanese identity distinct from the PRC. 🇹🇼

Part II here 📖: ow.ly/qICc50XiZUG

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 1d

“Forged in Fire: The Indo-Pacific Reimagined” 🔥

The second part continues with China scholars Annie Kowalewski and Griffin Allen analyzing CCP attempts to solidify political legitimacy through nationalist narratives formed in the aftermath of WWII. 🇨🇳

Part II here 📖:https://ow.ly/qICc50XiZUG

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 1d

Part II of Enduring Legacies

“Forged in Fire: The Indo-Pacific Reimagined” 🔥

Part II begins with Japan scholars analyzing the key economic, political, and security facets of the remarkable turn in U.S.-Japan relations. 🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵

Read those essays here! 📖: ow.ly/qICc50XiZUG

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 2d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director Yuki Tatsumi on the recent upheavals in Japanese domestic politics:

"Voters are increasingly frustrated with LDP and its coalition partners,” a frustration "mounting for the last 20-30 years.”

More on the @thediplomat.com podcast 📺: ow.ly/6VtB50XhPHe

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 2d

Part I of Enduring Legacies.

“A World Made New” 🌍

This section sets the stage by examining the changes brought by World War II, from “the break-up of Eurasia’s empires” (
@derekmitchell.bsky.social) to “the destructive power of the atom” (@michaelmazza.bsky.social).

More 📖: ow.ly/lhrW50XiuyH

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 2d

@iips.bsky.social presents a collection of WWII reflection essays! 🥳

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of WWII, we asked prominent and emerging regional experts to reflect on threads connecting WWII to today’s Indo-Pacific.

Find “Enduring Legacies" essays here. 📚 ow.ly/vK3r50XijTY

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 7d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director Yuki Tatsumi opined on the future for newly elected Japan PM Takaichi, arguing that if she can “prioritize pragmatism over her political philosophy...she will have a good chance of evolving into 'Japan’s Iron Lady.'"

More @thediplomat.com 📖: ow.ly/xMX450XguBs

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 8d

@iips.bsky.social Chairman Randy Schriver and Senior Director Jennifer Hong weigh in on U.S. and Chinese policy on North Korea.

“Both countries desire to avoid conflict or crisis on the Korean Peninsula, but they diverge sharply in most other ways.”

More @brookings.edu 📖: ow.ly/WgxR50XfLNp

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 8d

@iips.bsky.social Chairman Randy Schriver congratulates PM Takaichi on her historic win.

“We are confident that the U.S.-Japan relationship will continue to thrive under her tenure and look forward to seeing her succeed in her new historic role...”

Full statement here 📖: ow.ly/AEMq50XfyK4

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 12d

🚨LAST CALL FOR SPRING 2026 INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS 🚨

Application deadline: TODAY, October 17 at 11:59 PM.

To apply, see the flyer below.

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 13d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director @michaelmazza.bsky.social presented at the Federalist Society’s 2025 National Security and AI symposium, discussing how the U.S. can strengthen alliances and partnerships to sustain its strategic advantage in the competition with China.

More 📺: ow.ly/c2a150XctO0

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 15d

@iips.bsky.social Chairman Randy Schriver spoke at @cmc.edu as part of an Alexander Hamilton Society speaker series. Randy spoke on Indo-Pacific deterrence and great power competition with China.

We are excited to continue our partnership with the alma mater of multiple IIPS alumni! 🤝

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 15d

🚨 Spring 2025 Internship Applications Close this Friday! 🚨

Are you passionate about the Indo-Pacific region? Want to be part of a team doing fun, impactful, and meaningful work? Join us.

Application deadline: Friday, October 17 at 11:59 PM

To apply, see flyer below.

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 19d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director @michaelmazza.bsky.social on the Philippines' role in global approaches to Taiwan.

“[Countries] have embraced an indirect approach to deterring Beijing. The Philippines is emerging as the center of gravity for these efforts.”

More 📖: ow.ly/2TiR50X9Xhk

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 22d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director Yuki Tatsumi on Sanae Takaichi’s election as President of the LDP:

"It almost looks as though, as some media outlets already pointed out, becoming Japan’s first female prime minister is the 'easy part' for Takaichi."

More in @thediplomat.com 📖: ow.ly/qe2R50X7Ltr

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 22d

🚨 Spring 2025 Internship Applications Are Now Open! 🚨

Are you passionate about the Indo-Pacific? Want to be part of a team doing fun, impactful, and meaningful work?

Apply now for our Spring 2025 Internship!

Application deadline: Friday, October 17 at 11:59 PM.

Apply through the flyer below.

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 26d

Many thanks to those who joined @iips.bsky.social's “What Did We Miss?" event!

With Kathryn Paik, Satoko Tanaka, and Hideyuki Shiozawa, we discussed the outcomes of this year’s Pacific Islands Forum and opportunities for United States-Japan cooperation in the region. Read more 📖: ow.ly/WiEF50X6nNr

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 27d

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director Yuki Tatsumi commented on Japan PM Ishiba’s “swan song” at UNGA.

"Ishiba struck a fine balance between articulating Japan’s own positions...without being explicitly critical of Japan’s essential partners.”

Read more on @thediplomat.com 📚: ow.ly/Y1a250X5eIK

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 28d

@iips.bsky.social senior director Yuki Tatsumi presented at Global Taiwan Institute 2025 symposium: "A New Era for US-Taiwan Relations in a Changing International System," discussing Taiwan's international partnerships with panelists Thomas Shattuck, Leland Lazarus, Adrienne Wu, and Alexander Gray.

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · 29d

@iips.bsky.social's "What Did We Miss?: The U.S., Japan, and Shared Stakes in the Pacific Islands" is happening in 5 MINUTES. 📢

RSVP here to get the zoom link!: ow.ly/tRMs50X2StR

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The Focus @thefocuspodadl.bsky.social · Sep 26

The Indo-Pacific is in flux: US–Japan relations, Quad cooperation, India–Japan strategy, and the disruptive roles of Russia & North Korea.

🎧 New The Focus Podcast
Watch now: youtu.be/04pCJP69wK8?...
Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/540g...

#indopacific #geopolitics #japan #thefocuspodcast

Indo-Pacific Fault Lines | Yuki Tatsumi | TFP #84

YouTube video by The Focus with Dr. John Bruni

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · Sep 29

@iips.bsky.social Senior Director Yuki Tatsumi spoke on SAGE International’s @thefocuspodadl.bsky.social podcast about “Indo-Pacific Faultlines” and the meaning of stability in an age of shifting power.

Tune in on your preferred platform: YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts! 🎧📺

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iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · Sep 29

📢 EVENT TOMORROW📢

Join @iips.bsky.social for a discussion on the recent Pacific Islands Forum as well as ways Japan and the United States can cooperate to deepen engagement in the region. 🇯🇵🇺🇸

Register here for the Zoom link!: ow.ly/tRMs50X2StR

iips.bsky.social @iips.bsky.social · Sep 26

That’s a wrap! 🎬

Can’t believe the @iips.bsky.social trip to Taiwan is already over. Special thanks to MOFA Taiwan, Vincent Lee, and Simon Chen!

We leave today but we take Taiwan back with us - perspectives learned, friendships made, and extra pounds gained from amazing cuisine.

#IIPSinTaiwan