Northeast India and Japan: Engagement through Connectivity

This book explores the complex and interconnected past, present, and future of Northeast India and Japan, focusing on their political geography, ethnolinguistic diversity, historical relationship, and strategic importance. It highlights the importance of connectivity and cooperation in the region for sustainable growth, better accessibility, and quality of life. The chapters examine shared economic, socio-political, and environmental concerns, as well as the shared legacies of World War II. The book also explores the strategic implications of China's One Belt One Road initiative, India's Act-East policy, provincial politics, and ethnic conflicts, and the challenges for sustainable development and greater cooperation between the two countries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 326 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate and interconnected history, present, and future of Northeast India and Japan. It explores the diverse political geography and ethnolinguistic heritage of India's Northeast, examining its historical and strategic relationship with Japan.

Spanning from the battlefields of World War II to a potential economic corridor connecting the Indo-Pacific, the Northeast, which shares borders with China, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Myanmar, has assumed a pivotal role in India-Japan relations. The book underscores the significance of connectivity and cooperation in the North Eastern Region for sustainable growth, improved accessibility, and enhanced quality of life.

The chapters within this volume examine shared economic, socio-political, and environmental challenges faced by both countries, as well as the shared legacies of Japan and the Northeast, particularly in the context of World War II. Through narratives, collective memories, and memorials, the book explores the strategic implications of China's One Belt One Road initiative in the region and its impact on India-Japan relations. It also delves into India's Act-East policy, provincial politics, and ethnic conflicts, highlighting the challenges for sustainable development and fostering greater cooperation between the two nations.

Contributions from esteemed Indian and Japanese academics make this book an invaluable resource for understanding Asian politics. It appeals to scholars and researchers in the fields of politics, international relations, strategic studies, development studies, and Asian studies, offering a deep insight into the complex dynamics shaping the region.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367759919