In this episode of The Dialectic, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle discuss the evolving dynamics of Japan, focusing on its sovereignty, economics, politics, and military assertiveness. They highlight Japan's recent purchase of 400 Tomahawk missiles, the development of aircraft carriers, and strategic alliances with South Korea and India. The conversation also touches on Japan's technological advancements in missile interception and robotics. Despite these positive developments, they address ongoing challenges such as Japan's aging population, low birth rates, high government debt, and complex geopolitical relationships with China and North Korea. The episode underscores Japan's resilience and the complexities of its evolving role in the global arena.