Japan, and the World, Cannot Ignore the 2 Giants of the ‘Global South’
A year has passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As divisions involving the United States, Europe and Russia have deepened, the Asian nations of India and Indonesia are rapidly increasing their presence in the world. The keyword that brings these two countries into focus is “Global South.” There is no clear definition, but it has been used frequently by government officials and the media in recent times. The term refers to emerging and developing countries located primarily in or near the southern hemisphere, such as those of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. Importantly, the Global South maintains a neutral position, not taking the side of the United States and European nations in their support of Ukraine or opposition to Russia.
A year has passed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. As divisions involving the United States, Europe and Russia have deepened, the Asian nations of India and Indonesia are rapidly increasing their presence in the world.
The keyword that brings these two countries into focus is “Global South.” There is no clear definition, but it has been used frequently by government officials and the media in recent times. The term refers to emerging and developing countries located primarily in or near the southern hemisphere, such as those of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. Importantly, the Global South maintains a neutral position, not taking the side of the United States and European nations in their support of Ukraine or opposition to Russia.
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