Prof Yoichiro Sato, Professor, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan
- Professor Sato is the professor of the Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan.
- He is an expert in Japanese foreign and security policy, maritime affairs, U.S. foreign policy and strategy, and international political economy.
Podcast
Overview
A deep dive into how Japan and India are reshaping their strategic, security, and economic partnerships as China’s influence grows. Professor Yoichiro Sato unpacks defense dynamics, maritime security, supply-chain realignment, technology collaboration, and the long-term impact of demographic shifts across Asia.
00:35- About Prof Yoichiro Sato
- Professor Sato is the professor of the Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan.
- He is an expert in Japanese foreign and security policy, maritime affairs, U.S. foreign policy and strategy, and international political economy.
- He has published more than 10 academic books and countless articles and book chapters in academic journals.
14:47- What opportunities does India offer as an alternative supply-chain hub to reduce reliance on China?
- India can absorb supply-chain shifts due to its strong pool of highly skilled engineers and global tech talent networks.
- It is already receiving divestments from China in low-tech semiconductor and commodity chip production, meeting growing global demand.
- India has opportunities to capture portions of advanced chip manufacturing as companies move production away from China and partially from Taiwan.
21:59- How is Japan safeguarding its energy security amid China’s dominance in critical minerals?
- Japan is diversifying its energy mix by restarting nuclear plants and expanding renewable sources such as hydrogen and solar.
- It is prioritizing advanced battery technologies, which are essential for future energy systems.
- A key vulnerability remains Japan’s heavy reliance on China for rare earth minerals needed for battery production.
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Profile
- Professor Sato is the professor of the Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan.
- He is an expert in Japanese foreign and security policy, maritime affairs, U.S. foreign policy and strategy, and international political economy.
