Center for American Progress Senior Fellow on G-7 Summit

The video discusses the implications of the US President's trip cancellation to Australia and PNG, focusing on its impact on US influence in the Pacific. It highlights Japan's goals for the G7 summit, including support for Ukraine, a unified stance on China, and leadership in bridging the gap with the Global South. The discussion also covers the concept of de-risking versus decoupling from China, particularly in strategic industries like semiconductors. Japan's efforts to strengthen its semiconductor industry and its economic outlook, including inflation and investment opportunities, are also examined.

How does the Biden administration's approach to China influence Japan's strategy?

What challenges does Japan face in terms of its economic stability and growth?

In what ways is Japan's economy expected to benefit from the current geopolitical environment?