Japan and the European Community

In the past the Japanese regarded Western Europe as a mature society and were pessimistic about its future.

However, the Single Market and the unification of Germany have changed this perception.

Japan now believes that it must establish a deeper and more stable framework for enhancing political co-operation and managing economic tensions.

This report, based on a conference of leading political figures at Wilton Park, explores the developing relationship between Japan and the EC and discusses Japan's successful economic structure.