Japan To Take More Active Role?

Channel News Asia reports that Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe will propose a more pro-active role for Japan in regional disputes at the Asian Security Summit to be held this weekend. Observers say that Abe will base this activism on the enhanced U.S.-Japan security alliance.  So if Japan does become more active, and it’s government  passes legislation allowing it to assist other nations, how will this change the balance of power in the region?.  Will Asian countries welcome Japan’s resurgent power, or will memories of the Pacific War cause them to view Japan’s activism with skepticism? Let us know your thoughts on a more pro-active Asian Japan. Log in and post your thoughts.