China-Japan-ROK Partnership Amid the Uncertainty of the Second Trump Era

YCAPS is excited to announce our next event in Fussa. This event will feature Dr. Shinae Lee who will lead us in a discussion on the China-Japan-ROK Partnerships.

In May 2024, China, Japan, and South Korea held their first Trilateral Summit in nearly five years. While the meeting faced challenges in bridging gaps, the resumption of trilateral talks sent a signal of the three countries' political commitment to cooperation. However, the return of a Trump presidency, alongside the uncertain future of South Korea’s Yoon administration, raises questions about the future of the trilateral partnership. What trajectory is the China-Japan-South Korea partnership likely to take amid the unpredictable second Trump administration, and what are the implications for regional security?

All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.

Registration is optional (but helpful) via this form

Schedule:

• 18:15-19:00 - Welcome reception with refreshments. Feel free to show up at anytime during the reception.
• 19:00-20:15 - Seminar and Q&A
• 20:15-20:30 - Optional casual networking and chatting/wrap up

Location:

Fussa Shimin Kaiken (Fussa Citizen's Hall)

2f 〒197-0011 Tokyo, Fussa, 2455−2455 福生市民会館

Google Maps: Here 

Speaker: 

Shin-ae Lee is currently a Research Fellow in the Security Studies Program at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation and teaches at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. Lee has professional experience as a researcher at the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. She completed her Ph.D. in Public Policy at the University of Tokyo in 2022. She also holds a Master’s degree in International Studies from Seoul National University and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Ewha Womans University. Her research centers on security issues in Japan and the Korean Peninsula, with a specific focus on strategic communications.

Event Cost: Free of charge

Registration: Optional but helpful via this link

Format: This event will be off-the-record

Moderator: Jeff Mazziotta