This book examines the evolution of foreign aid policy in Japan and South Korea, analyzing policy rationales, institutional developments and policy choices. The

Faced with significant security challenges, in recent years Japan and South Korea have both sought to raise their international profile through peacebuilding, d

This book examines Japan’s development assistance as it transitions away from "Official Development Assistance" and towards "Development Cooperation." In this

This volume explores South Korea's successful transition from an underdeveloped, authoritarian country to a modern industrialized democracy. South Korea's exper

Japan and South Korea are Western-style democracies with open-market economies committed to the rule of law. They are also U.S. allies. Yet despite their shared