Daniel Benson

MFP Year

2015-2016

MFP Class

Home State

Home Agencies

U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps

Host Agencies

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Defense, National Institute of Defense Studies, National Diet, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force

Objective

Gain a deeper understanding of the structure, policymaking processes, and organizational culture of Japan's government and its Self Defense Forces (SDF). Develop lasting relationships that foster improved coordination within the alliance and lead to successful security cooperation in the future, especially the enhancement of SDF amphibious capabilities.

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This program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, with funding provided by the U.S. Government, and is administered by The Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation.

Supporting Federal employees professional development in Japan

Daniel Benson