The article analyzes the relations of the states of the Middle
and Far East with Japan. It provides a brief historic overview of interstate
relations, and also discusses the reasons for Japan's activity in this region.
As stated in the article, Japan is concerned about the seamless import of
energy resources from these countries. In addition, in cooperation with the US,
Japan is pursuing an active foreign policy regarding the countries in the
region to counterbalance China.
Keywords
Japan; Middle and Far East; energy diplomacy; foreign policy expansion; peacekeeping missions.
