Suchergebnisse

Abstract: The argument that we must redefine our conception of security in the late 20th century is challenged here by observing that we are actually rediscovering security as understood amidst the Idealism of the post-World War I period. The contemporary relevance of the nongovernmental Institute of Pacific Relations (IPR) is demonstrated, as is its connection to the recently established Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific (CSCAP) and the intergovernmental ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF). By examining IPR's origins, objectives, and structures, the multidimensional definition of security invoked in its track two or unofficial diplomatic activities are shown to be strikingly similar to the redefined versions of security now popular in the region and elsewhere. What institutional and theoretical innovations can we see or hope for in CSCAP, a body that could arguably be portrayed as the IPR reincarnated?

There is much discussion today about broadening the concept of security to make it more appropriate to contemporary international affairs. The author challenges the re-definition thesis by arguing that, rather than re-defining security in the late 20th century, proponents of this thesis are actually re-discovering security as it was defined in the early 20th century. In presenting a counter thesis, the present-day relevance of the Institute of Public Relations (1925-1960) is explored, particularly its connection and similarity to the Council for Security Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific (founded in 1993). (DÜI-Sen)

As Japan comes to grips with a decade of economic malaise after its spectacular post-war growth record, how will Japanese society react? Contributors to this volume examine the challenges ahead for Japan in the fields of politics, economics, sociology, environment and business. This multidisciplinary inquiry looks for areas of continuity and for new directions in government, business and social policy and practice. Also examined is how Western students should approach the study of Japan; what new directions should institutions take to ensure that students learn about the `real' Japan? Written by Canadian academics, the articles in this volume will be of interest to academics and policy-makers studying or teaching about contemporary Japan