| Analysis of Trends in Northeast Asia |
 Analysis of Trends in Northeast Asia
 Analysis of Trends in Northeast Asia
| Content |
We continued to analyze short-term trends in China, Russia, Mongolia, the ROK and the DPRK, with the content of this analysis being published bimonthly in the ERINA Report and on the homepage. |
| Major outcomes |
Analysis of Economic Trends in Northeast Asia (in Japanese) |
| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Tomoyoshi Nakajima
Associate Senior Researcher Masayuki Tsukuba
Associate Senior Researcher Mitsuhiro Mimura
Researcher Shoichi Itoh
Associate Senior Researcher Shagdar Enkhbayar
Researcher Dmitry Sergachev
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| Vision for the Economic Development of Northeast Asia |
Vision for the Economic Development of Northeast Asia
Vision for the Economic Development of Northeast Asia
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As a project carried over from the previous fiscal year, we conducted joint research with research institutions and researchers within Japan and overseas, with the aim of contributing to the formation of economic development projects in Northeast Asia, as well as promoting their implementation. The outcomes of this project were published in English as a comprehensive economic development vision presenting the direction of economic development and economic cooperation in Northeast Asia. |
| Major outcomes |
The Vision for Economic Development and Cooperation in Northeast Asia |
| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Mitsuhiro Mimura |
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| Development and Use of Transport Corridors and Transport Infrastructure |
Eurasian Rail Networks and Japanese Use Thereof
Eurasian Rail Networks and Japanese Use Thereof
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We conducted research into the status of use of Eurasian rail networks, such as the Trans-Siberian Railway (TSR) and Trans-China Railway (TCR), and publicized the results through academic papers and presentations at international conferences. Moreover, from the perspective of seeking to promote the use of these networks, we provided information to Japanese businesses and the Japanese government. |
| Majour outcomes |
- Transport Infrastructure in Far Eastern Russia and the Use Thereof, ERINA Report Vol. 70, July 2006
- The Status of International Container Transport Using the Trans-Siberian Railway (in Japanese), Kaiun, December 2006
- Report on the Meeting of the Coordinating Council on Trans-Siberian Transportation (in Japanese)
- International Container Transport on the Trans-Siberian Railway in 2005 and 2006, ERINA Report Vol. 73, January 2007
- International Container Transport Using the Trans-Siberian Railway is Increasing, ERINA Discussion Paper 0701, March 2007
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| Staff in Charge |
Senior Fellow Hisako Tsuji |
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Multilateral Distribution Demonstration Experiments in the Japan Sea Rim [Project commissioned by the Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport]
Multilateral Distribution Demonstration Experiments in the Japan Sea Rim [Project commissioned by the Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport]
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In order to gain an understanding of issues relating to transport via multiple countries on the Japan Sea rim, we arranged the transport of an actual container on a route from China to Japan via Russia and the ROK, with the cooperation of a company that had established a base in China; based on the actual situation experienced, we identified and analyzed issues, and submitted a report. |
| Staff in Charge |
Senior Fellow Ikuo Mitsuhashi
Visiting Researcher Shingo Narumi |
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| Energy Security |
Research into Approaches to Intergovernmental Energy Cooperation Mechanisms in Northeast Asia
Research into Approaches to Intergovernmental Energy Cooperation Mechanisms in Northeast Asia
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As well as reinforcing cooperative relationships with Japanese and foreign researchers, government officials and exports from companies involved in the energy sector, we conducted research into the potential for policy coordination among energy-consuming countries and between producing countries and consuming countries, publicizing the outcomes of this research through academic papers and presentations at international conferences. This was linked to discussions at a subcommittee meeting during the 2007 Northeast Asia International Conference for Economic Development in Niigata. |
| Major outcomes |
- Sino-Russian Energy Relations: The Dilemma of Strategic Partnership and Mutual Distrust, published by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, March 2007
- The Pacific Pipeline at a Crossroads: Dream Project or Pipe Dream?, ERINA Report Vol. 73, January 2007
- Energy Security Revisited: A Catalyst for Multilateral Cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Region and the Role of the U.S.-Japan Alliance, Center for Global Partnership, August 2006
- Can Russia Become a ‘Regional Power’ in Northeast Asia?: Implications from Contemporary Energy Relations with China and Japan, Center for East Asian Studies, Monterey Institute of International Studies, May 2006
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| Staff in Charge |
Researcher Shoichi Itoh |
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Research into the Oil and Gas Investment Environment in Russia and Central Asia [Project commissioned by the Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC)]
Research into the Oil and Gas Investment Environment in Russia and Central Asia [Project commissioned by the Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC)]
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Focusing on Russia and Central Asia, we sought the opinions of experts in order to conduct an analysis of the current status of oil and natural gas investment, characteristic decision-making systems in this region, business culture, related networks of contacts and power relationships, the political background, financial systems and the economic situation, and submitted a report (not for publication). |
| Staff in Charge |
Researcher Shoichi Itoh
External Relations Division Director Hisashi Sato |
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Prospects for the Revitalization of the Surrounding Region Through the Realization of the East Siberian Oil Pipeline Project [Project commissioned by the Nippon Keidanren]
Prospects for the Revitalization of the Surrounding Region Through the Realization of the East Siberian Oil Pipeline Project [Project commissioned by the Nippon Keidanren]
| Content |
With the cooperation of researchers in the areas through which the East Siberian oil pipeline is due to pass, we evaluated the status of progress with the pipeline project, the economic ripple effect in surrounding areas and the social impact, and submitted a report (not for publication). |
| Staff in Charge |
Researcher Shoichi Itoh
Research Division Director Toshihiko Nakamura |
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| The Promotion of Environmental Cooperation |
The Promotion of Environmental Cooperation
The Promotion of Environmental Cooperation
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As an ongoing project since fiscal 2004, in order to promote reductions in greenhouse gases through the Kyoto Mechanisms, we have made use of our network of connections in related institutions and groups throughout the region and conducted research into the status of progress in relation to CDM/JI in Northeast Asia. As well as publishing these results as an ERINA Booklet, this was linked to discussions at a subcommittee meeting during the 2007 Northeast Asia International Conference for Economic Development in Niigata. |
| Major outcomes |
Enhancing the Environmental Cooperation in Northeast Asia in a New Dimension: Regional Cooperation on the Kyoto Mechanisms (CDM/JI), ERINA Booklet Vol. 5, March 2007 |
| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Shagdar Enkhbayar
Researcher Shoichi Itoh
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| The Promotion of Trade and Investment |
The Promotion of Trade and Investment
The Promotion of Trade and Investment
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With regard to moves aimed at economic integration in East Asia, such as an East Asian FTA and an East Asian community, we conducted analyses of the situation, while collaborating with research institutes within Japan and overseas, such as the Cabinet Office Economic and Social Research Institute and the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy. As well as publicizing the outcomes of these analyses through academic papers and presentations at international conferences, this was linked to discussions at a subcommittee meeting during the 2007 Northeast Asia International Conference for Economic Development in Niigata. |
| Reports |
- Japan's Agricultural Reform in the Era of the East Asian FTA, Anthology of Economic and Business Studies, Vol. 20 No.1, Inha University Institute for Business & Economics Research, July 2006
- The "Inevitability" of the East Asian Community (in Japanese), ERINA Discussion Paper 0605, December 2006
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| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Tomoyoshi Nakajima |
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| Tourism and Exchange |
Consideration of a Northeast Asian Tourism Development Masterplan
Consideration of a Northeast Asian Tourism Development Masterplan
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We actively participated in work aimed at formulating a Northeast Asian tourism development masterplan, to be implemented jointly by such institutions and groups as the Northeast Asia Tourism Research Group, in order to develop and expand tourism in Northeast Asia based on its distinctiveness. |
| Staff in charge |
Senior Fellow Ikuo Mitsuhashi
Visiting Researcher Shingo Narumi |
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Basic Research Concerning the Promotion of Tourism Exchange Using Ports [Project commissioned by the Niigata Port and Airport Development Office, Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport]
Basic Research Concerning the Promotion of Tourism Exchange Using Ports [Project commissioned by the Niigata Port and Airport Development Office, Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport]
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In order to promote tourism exchange using ports, we summarized the current situation relating to tourism exchange and tourism infrastructure in the Japan Sea rim region, and compiled proposals concerning approaches to the development of tourism infrastructure at Niigata Port, which we submitted as a report. |
| Staff in Charge |
Senior Fellow Ikuo Mitsuhashi
Visiting Researcher Shingo Narumi
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| Economic and Industrial Issues Unique to Each Country and Region |
China (northeastern region)
China (northeastern region)
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With regard to the "Northeastern Development Strategy" in China, we formed a joint research team with related institutions in Japan and China, conducting a survey of the status of each area in the northeastern region, trends in capital inflow and business opportunities, and examining current and future changes and issues, such as the potential for cooperation between the northeastern region and Japan. The results were publicized through an issue of the ERINA Booklet, as well as academic papers and presentations at international conferences. |
| Major outcomes |
- Trends in China's Northeastern Development Strategy and Future Potential (in Japanese), ERINA Booklet Vol. 6, March 2007
- The Current Status of and Prospects for the Opening Up of the Northeastern Region Through the Revitalization of Old Industrial Bases (in Japanese), ERINA Report, Vol. 74, March 2007
- General Research into the Opening Up of the Northeastern Region and Related Measures (in Chinese), 2006 Northeastern China Development Report, Social Sciences Academic Press (China), November 2006
- The Status of State-Owned Companies in the HADAQI Industrial Corridor : A Visit of the Qiqihar No. 2 Machine Tool Factory (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 72, November 2006
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| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Masayuki Tsukuba
Visiting Researcher Zhigang Da
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ROK
ROK
| Content |
We formed a study group that also included researchers from other institutions, focusing on the economy of the ROK, which aspires to becoming the business hub of Northeast Asia and is expected to become the driving force behind the Northeast Asian economy. The group conducted analysis of the actual situation and relevant issues, and publicized its conclusions as academic papers. |
| Major outcomes |
- A Positive Analysis of the South Korean Economy Using a Corrected Boyer Model (Summary) (ROK Economic System Research Series No.9)
- The Impact of the Chinese Renminbi on the Exports of the ROK and Japan to the US (ROK Economic System Research Series No.10)
- The Role of Fiscal Transfers and Soft Budget Constraints in Japan and the ROK(in Japanese) (ROK Economic System Research Series No. 11)
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| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Tomoyoshi Nakajima |
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DPRK
DPRK
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Through the gathering of information concerning the DPRK's economic reforms in the DPRK, external liberalization policies and economic relations between China and the DPRK, and Russia and the DPRK obtained by means of academic exchange with research institutes within Japan and overseas, we gained an understanding and conducted an analysis of trends. The results were publicized through academic papers and presentations at international conferences. |
| Major outcomes |
- The Effect of Unilateral Japanese Economic Sanctions on the DPRK and Related Issues (in Japanese), ERINA Information 0601, July 2006
- Shrinking Trade and Growing Economic Disparities Between China and the DPRK (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 71, September 2006
- The Effects of Economic Sanctions on the DPRK and Related Issues (in Japanese), ERINA Information 0603, October 2006
- Background Materials Concerning the ROK's Decision Not to Participate in the PSI (in Japanese), ERINA Information 0604, December 2006
- Legislative Trends in the DPRK (Part 1) (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 74, March 2007
- The Price of Products at the Unification Street Market (Pyongyang, DPRK) (in Japanese), ERINA Information 0701, March 2007
- The Economic Construction Environment in the DPRK at the Beginning of the 21st Century (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 72, November 2006
- Issues Faced by the Agricultural Sector in the DPRK (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 73, January 2007
- The Correct Combination of Material Stimuli and Stimuli Focused on Political Morality in the DPRK and the Application Thereof (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 73, January 2007
- The Development and Use of Information Technology in the DPRK (in Japanese), ERINA Report Vol. 74, March 2007
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| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Mitsuhiro Mimura |
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Russia
Russia
i) The Investment Environment in Russia and the Concept of a Unified Economic Bloc
| Content |
We gathered information concerning changes in the investment environment in the Russian market, particularly European investment strategy in Russia. |
| Major outcomes |
The Pacific Pipeline at a Crossroads: Dream Project or Pipe Dream? , ERINA Report Vol. 73, January 2007 [listed previously] |
| Staff in Charge |
Researcher Shoichi Itoh |
ii) Research into Issues Relating to and Prospects for the Distribution of Consumer Goods in Russia [Project commissioned by the Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport]
| Content |
With the cooperation of research institutions in the Moscow and St Petersburg areas, we identified issues relating to the distribution of consumer goods in those areas and considered the prospects for the expansion of business should the situation improve, and submitted a report (not for publication). |
| Staff in Charge |
Researcher Shoichi Itoh
Research Division Director Toshihiko Nakamura |
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Mongolia
Mongolia
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We examined the current status of the economy, industry and economic policy in Mongolia, amidst moves to promote economic integration and economic development in Northeast Asia, and conducted research concerning these issues and their relationship with local economies in Japan. The results were publicized through academic papers and presentations at international conferences. |
| Major outcomes |
Neoliberal "Shock Therapy" Policy During Mongolia's Economic Transition Period, ERINA Discussion Paper 0703e, April 2007 |
| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Shagdar Enkhbayar |
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| Research and Proposals Relating to Regional Economic Development Within Japan |
Research and Proposals Relating to Regional Economic Development Within Japan
Research and Proposals Relating to Regional Economic Development Within Japan
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With the expansion into Japan of Chinese companies gaining attention, we gained an understanding and conducted analyses of the current status of Chinese expansion into Japan and considered the measures that should be taken by Japanese local authorities, while maintaining an awareness of such issues as future exchange between local authorities and adjustments in the industrial structure. In addition, this was linked to discussions at a subcommittee meeting during the 2007 Northeast Asia International Conference for Economic Development in Niigata. |
| Reports |
- Initiatives in Niigata Focused on Attracting Companies From China and Other Countries (in Japanese), Regional Development, Vol. 502, Japan Center for Area Development Research, July 2006
- Measures in Hokkaido to Promote Inward Direct Investment From Other Countries: Considerations Focused on the Potential for Attracting Chinese Investment (in Japanese)
- Considerations Concerning Investment in Japan by Chinese Companies and Initiatives by Cities in Japan's Provincial Areas (in Japanese)
- The Expansion into Japan of Companies From Northeastern China and Initiatives by Japanese Regional Authorities (in Chinese), Beiguo Luntan, 2006 Vol. 2, April 2006
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| Staff in Charge |
Associate Senior Researcher Masayuki Tsukuba
Visiting Researcher Zhigang Da |
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