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[This chapter aims to examine differences and similarities between Japan’s positive pacifism and the concept of proactive contribution to peace (so-called proactive pacifism), and to investigate some policy implications for changing Japanese foreign and security policy. To this end, the concept of pacifism as an analytical framework is briefly reviewed in the context of Japanese politics. Next, a conceptualization of Japan’s negative and positive pacifism is investigated as an application of Galtung’s definition. In comparison with Japan’s negative and positive pacifism, the origin and development of the country’s proactive contribution to peace is contextualized. In order to clarify similarities and differences, this chapter employs analytical eclecticism in combination with orthodox theories of international relations. Finally, it argues that the prime minister’s foreign and security policy contains similar policy and normative elements of negative and positive pacifism as part of Japan’s proactive contribution to peace.]
Published: Feb 8, 2018
Keywords: Article 9; Galtung; Negative peace; Positive peace; Proactive contribution to peace
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