Yuichiro Kakutani

Yuichiro Kakutani is a policy advisor at the Heritage Foundation’s Asian Studies Center, where he focuses on issues related to U.S.-Asia relations, security policies, and defense strategies. His insights are particularly relevant in the context of growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific region, as he advocates for stronger defense measures and collaboration among allies in response to threats from countries like China. Recently, he has been involved in discussions surrounding Taiwan's defense budget, emphasizing the necessity for Taiwan to bolster its military capabilities amidst increasing regional challenges.