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Political News(2023/08/23)


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Child policy minister Ogura to strengthen support system for ``children requiring medical care''

2023-08-23 20:40:00
Minister of State for Child Policy, Ogura, said that the support system should be strengthened, including the securing of nurses, so that more children who need medical care such as sputum suction and ventilators can be accepted at day care facilities and nursery schools. I showed you what I was trying to do.

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Liberal Democratic Party Information and Communications Strategy Committee Proposal on NHK's Internet business

2023-08-23 20:12:00
Given that the number of people who obtain information from the Internet is increasing, the Liberal Democratic Party's Information and Communications Strategy Research Committee has made the provision of information via the Internet, which is currently positioned as a supplement to NHK's broadcasting, a legally mandatory task. We have summarized the proposals that it is necessary to position.

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North Korea ``Launch satellite after tomorrow'' Ministry of Defense deploys troops to Okinawa

2023-08-23 19:14:00
North Korea says it will launch a "satellite" after the 24th. The Ministry of Defense deploys units of interceptor missiles and other units in preparation for the unlikely event that it falls on Japan.

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Lawsuit for unconstitutionality without convening extraordinary Diet Opposition party loses lawsuit without holding arguments in second trial

2023-08-23 18:25:00
Six years ago, opposition lawmakers called for an extraordinary session of the Diet to be convened in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution, but the then Abe Cabinet did not convene it for more than three months. The Supreme Court has decided to deliver judgment next month. Because the necessary arguments to change the judgment of the second trial were not held, it is expected that the opposition lawmakers will lose the case.

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Review of export rules for defense equipment Resumed working-level talks

2023-08-23 18:06:00
Working-level talks between the Liberal Democratic Party and the New Komeito Party were held over a review of export rules for defense equipment, and the government decided that exports to countries with which it cooperates on the security front could be divided into five categories, such as "rescue" and "transport." A view was shown that it is possible to equip a weapon with lethal force if it is applicable.

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North Korea ``Launch satellite after tomorrow'' Ministry of Defense deploys troops to Okinawa

2023-08-23 18:05:00
North Korea says it will launch a "satellite" after the 24th. The Ministry of Defense deploys units of interceptor missiles and other units in preparation for the unlikely event that it falls on Japan.

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Requirement of more than 1.2 trillion yen for a decarbonized society Reported at the GX Executive Committee

2023-08-23 17:57:00
In order to realize a decarbonized society, related ministries and agencies such as the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of the Environment will use the new government bonds to invest in facilities for hydrogen production and to support research and development of next-generation nuclear reactors. As a result, a total of more than 1.2 trillion yen will be included in the budget request for next fiscal year's budget.

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Komei Yamaguchi and Vietnam President agree to strengthen cooperation for peace and stability

2023-08-23 17:24:00
Komeito representative Yamaguchi met with President Vo Van Thuong during a visit to Vietnam, and, bearing in mind that China is stepping up its maritime expansion, strengthened cooperation between the two countries for peace and stability in the region. We agreed on the need to continue.

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North Korea ``Launch satellite after tomorrow'' Ministry of Defense deploys troops to Okinawa

2023-08-23 17:14:00
North Korea says it will launch a "satellite" after the 24th. The Ministry of Defense deploys units of interceptor missiles and other units in preparation for the unlikely event that it falls on Japan.

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Komei, Secretary-General Ishii Dissolution of Tokyo's election cooperation ``Review depending on the Liberal Democratic Party''

2023-08-23 16:33:00
Komeito Secretary-General Ishii gave a lecture in Tokyo, and said that Tokyo will dissolve election cooperation with the Liberal Democratic Party in the next House of Representatives election.

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Setagaya Ward Assembly Election Dismissal of objection by candidate who lost by more than one vote

2023-08-23 14:44:00
Regarding the petition to invalidate the election of the candidate who was elected at the lowest place by a candidate who lost by more than one vote in the Setagaya-ku, Tokyo ward assembly election held in April, the Tokyo Metropolitan Election Commission The board ruled to dismiss the motion.

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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura “Expand consumption of marine products in the Tohoku region”

2023-08-23 12:22:00
The treated water accumulated at the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station was diluted to a concentration below the standard, and before it began to be released into the sea on the 24th, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura attended an event that gathered marine products from all over the country. , and appealed for increased consumption by tasting seafood rice bowls using seafood from the Tohoku region.

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Reconstruction Agency budget request to enhance support for fisheries in disaster areas Based on the release of treated water

2023-08-23 10:36:00
Considering that the treated water that accumulates at the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station will be diluted and discharged into the sea, the Reconstruction Agency has established a policy of requesting enhanced support for the fisheries industry in the disaster area in its budget request for the 2024 budget proposal. Ta.

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Government "perfect for issuing evacuation information" in North Korea's satellite launch plan

2023-08-23 06:34:00
Regarding the launch plan of the "satellite" reported by North Korea, the government has decided that it is highly likely that it will pass over Okinawa Prefecture, and that it will take all possible measures to issue evacuation information through warning surveillance and J alerts.

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Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare 2024 budget request to over 33.7 trillion Increase in social security costs

2023-08-23 06:26:00
In its budget request for FY2024, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare requested a budget of approximately 33.7 trillion yen, which is approximately 590 billion yen higher than the initial budget for FY2023, due to factors such as an increase in social security costs due to the aging population. I have decided on a policy to

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Government measures to understand fishermen Discharge of treated water

2023-08-23 06:25:00
The treated water that accumulates at TEPCO's Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant will begin to be diluted and released into the sea as early as the 24th. During the long-term release, the government will responsibly ensure safety and thoroughly implement countermeasures against rumors, hoping to alleviate concerns and promote understanding among fishermen and others.

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Government takes additional economic measures as prices continue to rise

2023-08-23 05:52:00
As prices continue to rise, the government decided to formulate additional economic measures, including responses to electricity and gas rates, after compiling countermeasures against soaring fuel oil prices such as gasoline. There is an opinion within the ruling party calling for the formulation of a supplementary budget, and it is expected that adjustments will be made with the government.

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