Politics
Cooperation Among Opposition Parties Highlighted in CDJP Race; Debate Exposes Differences Among Four Candidates
September 10, 2024 | 0 CommentsThe leadership election for the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDPJ) is set to provide candidates with an opportunity to outline their plans for a…...Read more
Atsushi Sakima, supported by Japan’s LDP, wins Ginowan mayoral race; support driven by plans to develop U.S. Futenma Air Station land
September 9, 2024 | 0 CommentsAtsushi Sakima, supported by the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito, emerged victorious in the mayoral election held in Ginowan, Okinawa Prefecture. This marks Sakima's…...Read more
Sanae Takaichi, Economic Security Minister, Declares Candidacy for LDP Presidential Election
September 9, 2024 | 0 CommentsEconomic security minister Sanae Takaichi has officially declared her candidacy for the upcoming Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) presidential election, scheduled to take place on September…...Read more
4 CDPJ Members Enter Leadership Race; 17-Day Campaign Period Commences
September 9, 2024 | 0 CommentsThe official campaign period for the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan's leadership election began on Saturday, with four members announcing their candidacies. Former Prime Minister…...Read more
Koizumi’s Growing Momentum Concerns Other Candidates in LDP Presidential Race
September 9, 2024 | 0 CommentsFormer Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has officially announced his candidacy for the upcoming Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) presidential election in Japan. At 43 years old,…...Read more
Koizumi’s Stance Echoes Father’s Phrases; LDP Members See Candidate as Inexperienced
September 8, 2024 | 0 CommentsFormer Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has announced his candidacy for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s presidential race. Despite concerns about his lack of political experience,…...Read more
CDP Leader Candidates Pledge to Confront Scandal-Plagued Lawmakers
September 8, 2024 | 0 CommentsFour candidates in the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan's leadership election have announced that their party will challenge all members of the ruling Liberal Democratic…...Read more
Kishida expresses gratitude to South Korean President Yoon and urges further enhancement of ties
September 7, 2024 | 0 CommentsPrime Minister Fumio Kishida took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his gratitude towards South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol…...Read more
CDPJ Head Izumi Announces Reelection Bid and Plans to Collaborate with Opposition Parties
September 7, 2024 | 0 CommentsKenta Izumi, the leader of the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, has announced his intention to run for re-election in the upcoming leadership election. The…...Read more
Kono Vows to Eliminate Tax Adjustments, Mandate Returns from All Citizens; Motegi Proposes Plan to Transform Japan
September 7, 2024 | 0 CommentsDigital minister Taro Kono, a candidate in the upcoming Liberal Democratic Party presidential election, has made a promise to eliminate year-end tax adjustments and require…...Read more