Japan-North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) relations have steadily evolved over the past 15 years. However, because this process has been advancing relatively inconspicuously, it cannot necessarily be said that this relationship is widely recognized and acknowledged. Japan is NATO’s longeststanding out-of-theater partner, while for Japan, NATO stands as a long-term partner with which it shares values and interests. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, efforts to develop closer ties between Japan and NATO have been gaining momentum. This article reviews the historical development of Japan-NATO relations and discusses related current and future issues.
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