Sovereign Resource Engineering: A Strategic Framework for Japan’s Demographic and Food Security (2026-2050)

Marie Chahine

MPRA Paper from University Library of Munich, Germany

Abstract: This research paper presents a strategic economic model aimed at addressing dual structural challenges: demographic crises and food insecurity. Focusing on Japan as a prime example of an advanced economy, the study underscores the necessity of sustainable partnerships to mitigate such pressures. The paper proposes the "Global Resource Rings" methodology as a robust alternative to traditional debt-based models, replacing reliance on foreign exchange with a "Resource-Based Credit" system that facilitates the exchange of advanced technology for agricultural and environmental resources. The study employs a theoretical framework that integrates the "Total Sovereign Harmony Equation" (TUSH) as a tool for internal governance, alongside "Resource Engineering" as a mechanism for international exchange. It presents an empirical model linking Japanese technology to the productive capacities in Lebanon. The paper concludes that achieving true economic sovereignty requires a structural shift from a consumption-oriented model to a "production economy," wherein national burdens—such as waste and surplus raw materials—are transformed into strategic assets for sustainable development. These findings confirm that such systematic integration fosters a resilient economy capable of absorbing global shocks, providing a practical roadmap for cross-border strategic partnerships.

Keywords: Economic Sovereignty; Resource Engineering; TUSH Equation; Circular Economy; Global Resource Rings; Sustainable Trade; Demographic Resilience; Barter Systems (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F13 F52 N55 O13 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026-05-24
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