Kristi Govella
@kristigovella.bsky.social
Associate Professor, University of Oxford
Japan Chair, CSIS
economics x security x governance in the Indo-Pacific and beyond
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www.kristigovella.com
Japan Chair, CSIS
economics x security x governance in the Indo-Pacific and beyond
all views my own | RT ≠ endorsement
www.kristigovella.com
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Escalating Japan-China Tensions: Insights from the Past and Prospects for the Future
Bonny Lin and Kristi Govella analyze the recent escalation in tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Japan's response to a Taiwan contingenc...
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New publication: Bonny Lin and I shed light on escalating Japan-China tensions by comparing current developments to similar episodes in 2010 and 2012, which led to permanent changes in bilateral relations and their respective foreign policy trajectories: www.csis.org/analysis/esc...
Reposted by Kristi Govella
USJF's signature initiative, the US–Japan Leadership Program (USJLP), connecting leaders from both nations to build trust and collaboration, is now accepting applications for its 2026–2027 Delegate cohort through Monday, January 5, 2026.
#USJF #USJLP
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#USJF #USJLP
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Call for Applications and Nominations: USJLP 2026–2027
Applications are now open for the US-Japan Leadership Program's Class of 2026-2027. Eligible candidates must hold U.S. or Japan citizenship, be between the ages of 28 and 42, and have demonstrated lea...
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October 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
USJF's signature initiative, the US–Japan Leadership Program (USJLP), connecting leaders from both nations to build trust and collaboration, is now accepting applications for its 2026–2027 Delegate cohort through Monday, January 5, 2026.
#USJF #USJLP
us-jf.org/en/news/usjl...
#USJF #USJLP
us-jf.org/en/news/usjl...
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Join us on Tuesday 12/09 as John J. Hamre, Amb. Daniel J. Kritenbrink, Norihiko Ishiguro, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @robatkinson.bsky.social, Tsuyoshi Kawase, Barbara Weisel, and Shay Wester examine rapidly evolving economic trends in the Indo-Pacific region.
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
December 8, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Join us on Tuesday 12/09 as John J. Hamre, Amb. Daniel J. Kritenbrink, Norihiko Ishiguro, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @robatkinson.bsky.social, Tsuyoshi Kawase, Barbara Weisel, and Shay Wester examine rapidly evolving economic trends in the Indo-Pacific region.
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
New publication: Bonny Lin and I shed light on escalating Japan-China tensions by comparing current developments to similar episodes in 2010 and 2012, which led to permanent changes in bilateral relations and their respective foreign policy trajectories: www.csis.org/analysis/esc...
Escalating Japan-China Tensions: Insights from the Past and Prospects for the Future
Bonny Lin and Kristi Govella analyze the recent escalation in tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Japan's response to a Taiwan contingenc...
www.csis.org
December 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
New publication: Bonny Lin and I shed light on escalating Japan-China tensions by comparing current developments to similar episodes in 2010 and 2012, which led to permanent changes in bilateral relations and their respective foreign policy trajectories: www.csis.org/analysis/esc...
Reposted by Kristi Govella
Join us on Tuesday 12/09 as John J. Hamre, Amb. Daniel J. Kritenbrink, Norihiko Ishiguro, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @robatkinson.bsky.social, Tsuyoshi Kawase, Barbara Weisel, and Shay Wester examine rapidly evolving economic trends in the Indo-Pacific region.
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
December 5, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Join us on Tuesday 12/09 as John J. Hamre, Amb. Daniel J. Kritenbrink, Norihiko Ishiguro, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @robatkinson.bsky.social, Tsuyoshi Kawase, Barbara Weisel, and Shay Wester examine rapidly evolving economic trends in the Indo-Pacific region.
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
Register here: https://bit.ly/48wLmZs
Reposted by Kristi Govella
Recently Released: Bonny Lin and @kristigovella.bsky.social analyze the recent escalation in tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Japan's response to a Taiwan contingency.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4oC6X8C
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4oC6X8C
Escalating Japan-China Tensions: Insights from the Past and Prospects for the Future
Bonny Lin and Kristi Govella analyze the recent escalation in tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Japan's response to a Taiwan contingenc...
www.csis.org
December 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Recently Released: Bonny Lin and @kristigovella.bsky.social analyze the recent escalation in tensions between Tokyo and Beijing over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi regarding Japan's response to a Taiwan contingency.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4oC6X8C
Read more here: https://bit.ly/4oC6X8C
Join us Tuesday, December 9 at 9:30 am EST (2:30 pm GMT | 11:30 pm JST) to discuss Indo-Pacific regional economic developments and opportunities and challenges for US-Japan economic cooperation—in person or online: www.csis.org/events/build...
December 3, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Join us Tuesday, December 9 at 9:30 am EST (2:30 pm GMT | 11:30 pm JST) to discuss Indo-Pacific regional economic developments and opportunities and challenges for US-Japan economic cooperation—in person or online: www.csis.org/events/build...
The LDP-led coalition has regained its Lower House majority with three independents' backing, which will allow the Takaichi administration to pass key budget bills without the support of opposition parties: www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/11...
LDP-led coalition regains Lower House majority with three independents' backing
With the three lawmakers in the LDP's in-house group, the administration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will be able to pass key budget bills without opposition support.
www.japantimes.co.jp
November 28, 2025 at 12:20 PM
The LDP-led coalition has regained its Lower House majority with three independents' backing, which will allow the Takaichi administration to pass key budget bills without the support of opposition parties: www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/11...
On Monday, Congresswoman @jilltokuda.bsky.social (D-HI) introduced the “Indo-Pacific Partner and Ally Tariff Repeal Act,” which would terminate reciprocal tariffs on 40 countries, including Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, and Taiwan: tokuda.house.gov/media/press-...
Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Repeal Tariffs on Indo-Pacific Allies Including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan & the Philippines | U.S. House Representative Jill Tokuda
The Official U.S. Congressional website of Congresswoman Jill Tokuda
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November 26, 2025 at 12:56 PM
On Monday, Congresswoman @jilltokuda.bsky.social (D-HI) introduced the “Indo-Pacific Partner and Ally Tariff Repeal Act,” which would terminate reciprocal tariffs on 40 countries, including Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, and Taiwan: tokuda.house.gov/media/press-...
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NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by the Japan Times following President Donald Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3LbpUkI
Read more: https://bit.ly/3LbpUkI
Trump’s Asia trip to test his dealmaking abilities with old rivals and new friends | CNN Politics
US President Donald Trump will lean on the power of in-person diplomacy on the first Asia trip of his second term as he meets with old rivals, new friends and, potentially, adversaries, while looking ...
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October 29, 2025 at 4:09 PM
NEWS | @kristigovella.bsky.social was cited by the Japan Times following President Donald Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3LbpUkI
Read more: https://bit.ly/3LbpUkI
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@csis.org hosted a press briefing on President Trump's visit to Asia with
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
Previewing President Trump’s Asia Visit
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) hosted a call-in press briefing to preview President Trump's upcoming visit to Asia.
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October 25, 2025 at 7:56 PM
@csis.org hosted a press briefing on President Trump's visit to Asia with
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
@victordcha.bsky.social, @kristigovella.bsky.social, @philuck.bsky.social, Henrietta Levin, and Erin Murphy
Topics: Strategic messaging, trade tensions, Tokyo visit highlights, and more
Read here: https://bit.ly/3JqNXeK
Reposted by Kristi Govella
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
October 19, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.social, Michael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn from it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
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Join us for the 22nd CSIS/Nikkei Symposium on 10/24 at 9:30am JST//10/23 at 8:30pm ET featuring Kurt Campbell, Randall Schriver, Kawano Katsutsohi, Jimbo Ken, and @kristigovella.bsky.social during Session 2: Future of the Alliance – Sunrise or Sunset?
Register here: https://bit.ly/4h8KsGp
Register here: https://bit.ly/4h8KsGp
October 15, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Join us for the 22nd CSIS/Nikkei Symposium on 10/24 at 9:30am JST//10/23 at 8:30pm ET featuring Kurt Campbell, Randall Schriver, Kawano Katsutsohi, Jimbo Ken, and @kristigovella.bsky.social during Session 2: Future of the Alliance – Sunrise or Sunset?
Register here: https://bit.ly/4h8KsGp
Register here: https://bit.ly/4h8KsGp
Reposted by Kristi Govella
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.socialMichael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn for it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
October 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Join @kristigovella.bsky.social @@sarahbauerled.bsky.socialMichael Beeman, Kay Shimizu and Shujiro Urata on 10/29 for a virtual event about Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel and the broader lessons that might be drawn for it.
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
Register here: https://bit.ly/3Jbihdl
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As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead, @kristigovella.bsky.social writes.
Learn more from @japan.csis.org: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Learn more from @japan.csis.org: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
October 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead, @kristigovella.bsky.social writes.
Learn more from @japan.csis.org: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Learn more from @japan.csis.org: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
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After ruling bloc breakup, CDP and Komeito eye unified PM candidate www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/10...
After ruling bloc breakup, CDP and Komeito eye unified PM candidate
The move comes as the Democratic Party for the People appears no longer willing to hold coalition talks with the LDP, putting new ruling party chief Sanae Takaichi in a tough spot.
www.japantimes.co.jp
October 11, 2025 at 3:15 AM
After ruling bloc breakup, CDP and Komeito eye unified PM candidate www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/10...
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"Major Japanese business groups on Friday expressed concern over the possible political instability arising from the Komeito party's withdrawal from its coalition with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party."
Japanese business groups concerned over ruling coalition split - The Mainichi
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Major Japanese business groups on Friday expressed concern over the possible political instability arising from the Komeito party's w
mainichi.jp
October 11, 2025 at 4:01 AM
"Major Japanese business groups on Friday expressed concern over the possible political instability arising from the Komeito party's withdrawal from its coalition with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party."
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The Japanese and U.S. governments are arranging for their leaders to visit a U.S. military base in Japan to tour the U.S. nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington, Japanese government sources said Saturday.
Japan and U.S. leaders may tour U.S. aircraft carrier
According to sources, the two sides plan to have their leaders visit the Yokosuka base during U.S. President Donald Trump's upcoming trip to the Asian nation later this month.
ebx.sh
October 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
The Japanese and U.S. governments are arranging for their leaders to visit a U.S. military base in Japan to tour the U.S. nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington, Japanese government sources said Saturday.
Reposted by Kristi Govella
1/ New rare earth restrictions mark escalation in China’s weaponization of interdependence — adopting US extraterritorial permission structures. This is not just an export ban but regulated how global firms use Chinese equipment and material.
www.reuters.com/world/china/...
www.reuters.com/world/china/...
China expands rare earth restrictions, targets defence, semiconductor users
China tightened its rare earth export controls on Thursday, saying it planned to limit exports to overseas defence firms and semiconductor users and adding five rare earth elements to its list.
www.reuters.com
October 10, 2025 at 12:57 PM
1/ New rare earth restrictions mark escalation in China’s weaponization of interdependence — adopting US extraterritorial permission structures. This is not just an export ban but regulated how global firms use Chinese equipment and material.
www.reuters.com/world/china/...
www.reuters.com/world/china/...
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Komeito’s withdrawal from its partnership with the LDP marks a major shift in Japanese politics, with implications for foreign policy.
@kristigovella.bsky.social analyzes the background and impact here: https://www.csis.org/analysis/japans-26-year-old-ruling-coalition-collapses
@kristigovella.bsky.social analyzes the background and impact here: https://www.csis.org/analysis/japans-26-year-old-ruling-coalition-collapses
Japan’s 26-Year-Old Ruling Coalition Collapses
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead.
www.csis.org
October 10, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Komeito’s withdrawal from its partnership with the LDP marks a major shift in Japanese politics, with implications for foreign policy.
@kristigovella.bsky.social analyzes the background and impact here: https://www.csis.org/analysis/japans-26-year-old-ruling-coalition-collapses
@kristigovella.bsky.social analyzes the background and impact here: https://www.csis.org/analysis/japans-26-year-old-ruling-coalition-collapses
New publication: I briefly examine why Komeito withdrew today from its decades-long coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party and what this might mean for the selection of Japan's next prime minister and for Japanese politics more broadly. Read more: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Japan’s 26-Year-Old Ruling Coalition Collapses
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead.
www.csis.org
October 10, 2025 at 6:51 PM
New publication: I briefly examine why Komeito withdrew today from its decades-long coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party and what this might mean for the selection of Japan's next prime minister and for Japanese politics more broadly. Read more: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Reposted by Kristi Govella
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead.
@japan.csis.org expert @kristigovella.bsky.social discusses: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
@japan.csis.org expert @kristigovella.bsky.social discusses: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Japan’s 26-Year-Old Ruling Coalition Collapses
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead.
www.csis.org
October 10, 2025 at 6:13 PM
As Japan is poised to select its new prime minister, the breakdown of the long-time coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito increases uncertainty about the path ahead.
@japan.csis.org expert @kristigovella.bsky.social discusses: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
@japan.csis.org expert @kristigovella.bsky.social discusses: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Big news: Japan's Komeito withdraws from ruling coalition with Takaichi's LDP
asia.nikkei.com/politics/jap...
asia.nikkei.com/politics/jap...
Japan's Komeito withdraws from ruling coalition with Takaichi's LDP
Quarter-century of formal partnership comes to end over political funding scandal
asia.nikkei.com
October 10, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Big news: Japan's Komeito withdraws from ruling coalition with Takaichi's LDP
asia.nikkei.com/politics/jap...
asia.nikkei.com/politics/jap...
New publication: How is Japan responding to the second Trump administration? I argue that Tokyo is pursuing a dual strategy of maintaining a close relationship with the US while also strengthening partnerships with other countries: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Japan’s Response to Trump 2.0: Sustaining U.S. Ties, Strengthening International Partnerships
Japan has continued to behave like a responsible partner, accommodating U.S. demands where possible while also trying to protect its own national interests. However, recent changes in U.S. foreign pol...
www.csis.org
October 9, 2025 at 6:51 AM
New publication: How is Japan responding to the second Trump administration? I argue that Tokyo is pursuing a dual strategy of maintaining a close relationship with the US while also strengthening partnerships with other countries: www.csis.org/analysis/jap...
Reposted by Kristi Govella
CSIS Japan Chair recently hosted Prof. Kent Calder and Johns Hopkins SAIS students for a discussion on think tanks and their role in international affairs with @kristigovella.bsky.social.
October 7, 2025 at 5:07 PM
CSIS Japan Chair recently hosted Prof. Kent Calder and Johns Hopkins SAIS students for a discussion on think tanks and their role in international affairs with @kristigovella.bsky.social.
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On October 6 at 8:00 am ET, join @kristigovella.bsky.social, Nicholas Szechenyi, and Mirna Galic for a discussion on the Japanese LDP election results. What is the current state of play in Japan’s domestic politics? Where is Japanese foreign policy headed?
Watch Here: https://bit.ly/46z6M8u
Watch Here: https://bit.ly/46z6M8u
After Ishiba: What’s Next for Japanese Politics? | CSIS Events
The CSIS Japan Chair analyzes the results of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)’s October 4 leadership race, the road ahead in Japanese politics, and the potential implications for Japanese for...
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October 4, 2025 at 8:50 PM
On October 6 at 8:00 am ET, join @kristigovella.bsky.social, Nicholas Szechenyi, and Mirna Galic for a discussion on the Japanese LDP election results. What is the current state of play in Japan’s domestic politics? Where is Japanese foreign policy headed?
Watch Here: https://bit.ly/46z6M8u
Watch Here: https://bit.ly/46z6M8u