Home Analysis Japanese Imperialism With Chinese Characteristics AnalysisRegional DirectoryAsia PacificReality Check Japanese Imperialism With Chinese Characteristics By GPF Team - April 18, 2018 385 As China grows more dependent on imports, its behavior will come to resemble Japan’s. This article is for subscribers only Join thousands of readers who rely on GPF for clear-eyed geopolitical analysis. $89 per year Save 18% vs. monthly ✓Full access to all daily analysis & forecasts ✓George Friedman's geopolitical insights ✓2026 Forecast & Special Collection on the Middle East ✓100% reader-supported Subscribe Now 30-day money-back guarantee Already a subscriber? Log in RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Analysis Daily Memo: Ukraine Aid, Russia-China Ties Video Who’s Holding the Cards? George Friedman on the Iran War Stalemate Podcast Who’s Holding the Cards? George Friedman on the Iran War Stalemate Latest Posts War and the Principles of the Negotiation ProcessFREE Analysis George Friedman - April 13, 2026 Continue to the category Pakistan’s Emerging Role in the Middle East Analysis Kamran Bokhari - April 16, 2026 Live Discussion: April 2026 Charter Member Discussion ClubGPF Geopolitical Futures - April 15, 2026