Activities
The Center conducts various activities including research meetings, lectures, publications, and exchanges with researchers in Japan and abroad.
Activities of CSAS Members
We introduce publications, media contributions, and other activities by members of the Center.
1. FUKUNAGA Masaaki (Assistant Director / Visiting Professor)
Prof. FUKUNAGA Masaaki has published an article in Japanese analyzing recent political developments in Nepal.
“Transformation of Nepal’s 2026 General Election and Political Structure — The Collapse of Baghbandha Politics, the Rise of the Younger Generation, and Implications for Japan —” (provisional English title)[Link]
Column: Focus on India and South Asia (No. 40)
Email Magazine “Alter Plaza,” April 2026 Issue (April 20, 2026)
2. Nayanima Basu (Visiting Researcher)
Ms. Nayanima Basu has published several articles on international politics related to South Asia and its surrounding regions.
“Nuclear Weapons Have No Place in Iran’s Military Doctrine”[Link]
ABP News, April 23, 2026
“India’s Two-Track Myanmar Policy Reflects Crucial Interests: Ex-Amb Rajiv Bhatia”[Link]
StratNews Global, April 20, 2026
“Bangladesh’s Bumpy Road Ahead”[Link]
Gateway House, April 15, 2026
2026
April 6, 2026
The 2026 Appointment Ceremony and First Research Meeting were held (International House of Japan / online).
April 6, 2026
A Memorandum of Understanding on journal publication was concluded with Material Recycling Association of India.
March 2, 2026
Research meeting on the general election in Bangladesh.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vVsr-CxtgU
2022
December 1, 2022
The annual meeting and public symposium of JCAS were held.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fz8m9SNb_gM