Key Facts
• July 29, 2025: Kunihiko Miyake delivered a speech in New York.
• Event: Jiji Top Seminar, discussing global political shifts.
• Miyake emphasized Japan’s opportunity amid inevitable changes in international order.
• Referenced potential second Trump administration and rise of nationalism.
• Advocated for strong conservative politics and proper military power utilization.
• Highlighted Japan’s 80 years of post-war efforts without achieving “honorable status.”
• Cited lessons from World War I (minimal military use) and World War II (overestimation of power).
• Warned of Japan’s population dropping below 100 million, urging proactive measures.
Summary
Kunihiko Miyake, a director and special advisor at Canon Global Strategic Research Institute, addressed the Jiji Top Seminar in New York on July 29, 2025. He discussed the inevitable changes in the international order, citing the potential second Trump administration and the rise of nationalism. Miyake argued that these shifts present a significant opportunity for Japan to achieve its long-sought “honorable status” in the global community. He stressed the importance of strong conservative politics and the correct application of military power to seize this chance. Drawing lessons from Japan’s military history in World War I and II, he highlighted the need for balanced strategies during times of turmoil. Miyake also warned of Japan’s declining population, urging immediate action to prevent further national power erosion.
