JUMP Panel: Potential Flashpoints for the Northeast Asia Region

On Thursday, November 4th, JASW and the Embassy of Japan collaborated with Sasakawa USA and the National War College Alumni Association to host a second JUMP program. JUMP – the Japan U.S. Military Program – connects military service members and government civilians who have served in Japan. The National War College generously housed the event, which allowed current and past students with an interest in Japan to gather and interact with each other and people who have lived abroad.


photos courtesy of Jeff Song

Over 100 people turned out to watch a panel of distinguished speakers, including Lt. Gen. Wallace “Chip” Gregson, Jr., James L. Schoff, Scott A. Snyder, Bonnie S. Glaser, and moderator, Dr. Cynthia Watson, discuss potential flashpoints in Northeast Asia. Panelists covered a wide range of topics revolving around Japan, China, and the Korean Peninsula as well as the relations between Northeast Asian states and the U.S. After a Q&A session, attendees moved from the Roosevelt Hall to the lobby of the college to have dinner and network.


JUMP is organized into regional chapters throughout the United States. If you are a service member or civilian with experience in Japan and would like to attend future JUMP events or learn more about the organization, please visit the JUMP website.



photos courtesy of Jeff Song

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