Collective Identity in Japans Security Relations: The Case of the Trilateral Strategic Dialogue

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Focusing on the ideational drivers behind the Trilateral Strategic Dialogue (TSD) among Japan, Australia, and the United States, this study examines the role of perceived collective identity in shaping security cooperation. It argues that the TSD's formation and evolution stem from shared norms and democratic values, with Japan aiming to foster a multilateral community of democratic states in the Asia-Pacific. The findings also highlight the dual nature of collective identity, promoting peace among liberal states while exhibiting hostility towards non-liberal ones.