Illustrated Geoeconomics: Grasping the Essence of Global Structure and Economy at Once – Experts Explain the Intertwined Global Movements Through Illustrations

The International House of Japan Institute of Geoeconomics (Minato-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Masaaki James Kondo; Director: Kazuhito Suzuki; hereinafter, "the Institute") is pleased to announce the publication of "Chozukai Chikeigaku: Sekai no Kozo to Keizai no Honshitsu wo Ikki ni Tsukamu" (Illustrated Geoeconomics: Grasping the Essence of Global Structure and Economy at Once) by Asa Publishing, to be released on May 19, 2026. This book will be available for purchase at bookstores nationwide and online.

Since its establishment in July 2022, the Institute of Geoeconomics has consistently investigated, analyzed, and researched phenomena that can only be understood within the framework of "geoeconomics," which integrates geopolitics and economics. This book carefully explains essential phenomena and concepts for interpreting recent global affairs, including their history and transitions, by researchers from the Institute of Geoeconomics. Furthermore, through illustrations, this book deepens understanding of "geoeconomics."

About This Book

Title: Chozukai Chikeigaku: Sekai no Kozo to Keizai no Honshitsu wo Ikki ni Tsukamu (Illustrated Geoeconomics: Grasping the Essence of Global Structure and Economy at Once) (Asa Publishing)

Release Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)

Purchase: - Asa Publishing (https://www.asa21.com/book/b673745.html) - Amazon (https://amzn.asia/d/01Ipy4cq)

ISBN 978-4-86667-833-7

Overview

Until now, geopolitical risks have been considered issues of national security arising from inter-state relations, such as wars, civil wars, and terrorism. However, with economic sanctions accompanying Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the US-China conflict through tariffs and export regulations, these risks are increasingly involving private companies and individuals. This is because such issues have economic impacts, including soaring prices, supply chain disruptions, and interference with infrastructure essential for daily life and society. These are complex phenomena that transcend the boundaries of politics and economics, government and private sectors, and can only be understood through geoeconomics, which integrates both geopolitical and economic perspectives.

This book, while picking up frequently appearing terms in newspapers and television, is a hybrid publication unlike others, where each section features a two-page spread with illustrations and expert commentary, allowing understanding through the diagrams alone and deeper comprehension through reading.

Table of Contents

- Chapter 1: Seven Geoeconomic Perspectives for a Clearer View of the World - Chapter 2: Geoeconomic Trends for Understanding the Current World - Chapter 3: Keywords for Geoeconomic Strategy - Chapter 4: World Power Balance from Strategic Resources - Chapter 5: Future Map of the World Economy Unraveled from Advanced Technology

In addition, a video introducing this book by the authors will be available on the Institute's homepage and YouTube channel. Please also take a look.

Institute of Geoeconomics YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IOG2022