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Political News(2022/09/30)


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Minister Yamagiwa confirms attendance at meetings related to the former Unification Church in Nigeria

2022-09-30 23:44:00
Regarding the relationship with the former Unification Church, Minister of Economic Revitalization Yamagiwa revealed that it was newly confirmed by an external indication that he had attended a meeting of related organizations held in Nigeria 11 years ago.

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Defense Minister Hamada departs for Japan-U.S.-Australia defense ministerial meeting to confirm strengthening of cooperation

2022-09-30 21:54:00
Defense Minister Hamada left Japan on the night of the 30th to visit Hawaii. He will meet with defense ministers from the United States and Australia and wants to further strengthen defense cooperation among the three nations, with China's growing influence over the Pacific island nations in mind.

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Prime Minister Kishida instructs to compile measures to deal with soaring prices, etc. by the end of next month

2022-09-30 21:15:00
Regarding new comprehensive economic measures, Prime Minister Kishida said at a cabinet meeting on the 30th that the relevant ministers should compile a plan by the end of next month, focusing on efforts to combat rising prices and wage increases, as well as regional revitalization that takes advantage of the weaker yen. instructed to

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Investigation of relationship with the former Unification Church of the Liberal Democratic Party 12 additional reports including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara

2022-09-30 21:06:00
Regarding the relationship with the former Unification Church, the LDP has revealed that 12 lawmakers have so far reported additional reports after announcing the results of the investigation earlier this month. As a result, the number of lawmakers who had some kind of contact with the church increased by one, bringing the total to 180. Of these, four members, including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara and former Reconstruction Minister Imamura, were given new names as they had more than a certain level of relationship. has been announced.

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Prime Minister Kishida had a telephone conversation with President Zelensky.

2022-09-30 20:54:00
In response to Russia's move to unilaterally annex part of Ukraine, Prime Minister Kishida had a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the night of the 30th, criticizing Russia and I conveyed my intention to consider further sanctions against Russia in cooperation with these countries.

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Former Unification Church Victim Relief Telephone Counseling such as “Inspirational Marketing” Extended for the Time being

2022-09-30 19:59:00
The government has decided to extend the telephone consultation period for the relief of victims of problems such as the so-called psychic marketing law related to the former Unification Church for the time being.

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Investigation of relationship with the former Unification Church of the Liberal Democratic Party 12 additional reports including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara

2022-09-30 19:43:00
Regarding the relationship with the former Unification Church, the LDP has revealed that 12 lawmakers have so far reported additional reports after announcing the results of the investigation earlier this month. As a result, the number of lawmakers who had some kind of contact with the church increased by one, bringing the total to 180. Of these, four members, including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara and former Reconstruction Minister Imamura, were given new names as they had more than a certain level of relationship. has been announced.

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Fundamental strengthening of defense capabilities within five years Compilation of opinions of experts towards the end of the year

2022-09-30 19:25:00
The first meeting of the government's panel of experts aimed at the drastic strengthening of defense capabilities was held, and Prime Minister Kishida discussed a comprehensive defense system by breaking down the vertical divisions of ministries and agencies, and discussed budgets and financial resources. He also requested that discussions be advanced and that opinions be compiled toward the end of the year.

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Fundamental strengthening of defense capabilities within five years Compilation of opinions of experts towards the end of the year

2022-09-30 19:06:00
The first meeting of the government's panel of experts aimed at the drastic strengthening of defense capabilities was held, and Prime Minister Kishida discussed a comprehensive defense system by breaking down the vertical divisions of ministries and agencies, and discussed budgets and financial resources. He also requested that discussions be advanced and that opinions be compiled toward the end of the year.

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Investigation of relationship with the former Unification Church of the Liberal Democratic Party 12 additional reports including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara

2022-09-30 18:58:00
Regarding the relationship with the former Unification Church, the LDP has revealed that 12 lawmakers have so far reported additional reports after announcing the results of the investigation earlier this month. As a result, the number of lawmakers who had some kind of contact with the church increased by one, bringing the total to 180. Of these, four members, including Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara and former Reconstruction Minister Imamura, were given new names as they had more than a certain level of relationship. has been announced.

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Japan-U.S.-South Korea trilateral joint exercise announced in the Sea of ​​Japan Ministry of Defense

2022-09-30 18:06:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that the Maritime Self-Defense Force, the US Navy, and the South Korean Navy conducted a joint exercise in the Sea of ​​Japan on the 30th.

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Komei Kumano member of the House of Councilors resigned Reported sexual harassment to acquaintance woman

2022-09-30 17:42:00
Komeito member of the House of Councilors Masashi Kumano, who was reported to have repeatedly sexually harassed a female acquaintance, submitted his resignation request and was granted permission.

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Political party grants used last year: 36 billion yen Expenditure increased by about 1.5 times in the House of Representatives election

2022-09-30 17:29:00
The total amount of political party grants spent last year was 36 billion yen, and the spending increased due to the election of the House of Representatives, which was about 1.5 times the amount the year before.

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Komei Secretary-General Ishii “Tax hike is also an option to secure permanent revenue sources for increased defense spending”

2022-09-30 16:53:00
Regarding measures to secure financial resources to increase defense spending, Secretary-General Ishii of the New Komeito party expressed the recognition that it would be difficult to cover everything with the issuance of government bonds. was also recognized as an option.

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Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno canceled afternoon schedule such as press conference Poor physical condition

2022-09-30 16:42:00
The government has announced that it will cancel all public affairs such as the regular press conference scheduled after 3:00 pm by Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno. According to government officials, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno complained of poor physical condition such as fever and is waiting at the member's dormitory near the Prime Minister's official residence.

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Former Prime Minister Abe's Diet Members' Office Building Work to move out after use

2022-09-30 16:09:00
Former Prime Minister Abe, who passed away, decided to end the use of the office of the Diet Members' Office, which had been a base for political activities for many years, and moved out on the 30th.

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Japan-U.S.-ROK trilateral joint exercises announced to start in the Sea of ​​Japan Ministry of Defense

2022-09-30 15:47:00
The Ministry of Defense announced that the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, the U.S. Navy, and the South Korean Navy began a joint exercise in the Sea of ​​Japan on the morning of the 30th.

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Former Prime Minister Abe "State funeral" 734 people from 217 countries and regions attended Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

2022-09-30 15:35:00
Regarding the "state funeral" of former Prime Minister Abe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has revealed that a total of 734 people attended from 217 countries, regions, international organizations, etc.

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Hosoda, Speaker of the House of Representatives

2022-09-30 15:31:00
Regarding the relationship with the former Unification Church, Hosoda, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, was requested by Chairman Yamaguchi of the House of Representatives Steering Committee to provide a more detailed explanation in line with the investigation conducted by the Liberal Democratic Party, and indicated that he would comply.

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``Incorporating the concept of economic security into the national security strategy'' Proposal by the LDP

2022-09-30 15:28:00
Regarding the "National Security Strategy," which the government will revise toward the end of the year, the Liberal Democratic Party's Promotion Headquarters has put together a proposal requesting that the concept of economic security be incorporated, such as the introduction of new systems to prevent the outflow of advanced technology. rice field.

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Akie Abe meets with Prime Minister Kishida and expresses gratitude over state funeral

2022-09-30 14:48:00
Former Prime Minister Abe's wife, Akie, visited the Prime Minister's official residence on the 30th and met with Prime Minister Kishida. I thanked Prime Minister Kishida, who chaired the funeral committee, for Mr. Abe's "state funeral" held on the 27th.

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Defense Minister Hamada "Extremely serious" multiple sexual harassment of former Self-Defense Forces woman

2022-09-30 14:44:00
Defense Minister Hamada said at a press conference that the Ministry of Defense apologized to a female former member of the Ground Self-Defense Force for sexually harassing her, saying, "It is extremely serious and deeply regrettable." He indicated his intention to work to prevent recurrence.

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“North Korea's provocative actions may continue, full efforts for warning and surveillance” Chief Cabinet Secretary

2022-09-30 14:41:00
Regarding North Korea's launch of ballistic missiles for the second consecutive day, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said that it is expected that provocations will continue in the future, and that he plans to cooperate closely with the United States and other countries to make every effort to collect information and monitor surveillance. showed.

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Komei Kumano member of the House of Councilors resigned Reported sexual harassment to acquaintance woman

2022-09-30 13:36:00
Komeito member of the House of Councilors Masashi Kumano, who was reported to have repeatedly sexually harassed a female acquaintance, submitted his resignation request and was granted permission.

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Komei Kumano member of the House of Councilors resigned Reported sexual harassment to acquaintance woman

2022-09-30 13:12:00
Komeito lawmaker Masashi Kumano, who was reported to have repeatedly sexually harassed a female acquaintance, submitted his resignation request and was granted permission.

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Defense Minister Hamada to visit Hawaii for talks with defense ministers of Japan, the United States and Australia

2022-09-30 13:10:00
Defense Minister Hamada announced that he will visit Hawaii from the 30th to meet with the defense ministers of the United States and Australia, and with China's increasing influence on the Pacific island nations in mind, the defense of the three countries will be strengthened. I would like to confirm that we will further strengthen our cooperation.

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Economic Security Promotion Act Determination of basic guidelines such as requirements for designation as "Specific Important Substances"

2022-09-30 12:36:00
At a cabinet meeting on the 30th, the government decided to establish the necessary requirements for designation by a government ordinance in the future for "specified important goods," which are stipulated in the Economic Security Promotion Law as important goods and raw materials that are essential for people's lives. We have decided on basic guidelines such as

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Prime Minister Kishida instructs to compile measures to deal with soaring prices, etc. by the end of next month

2022-09-30 11:54:00
Regarding new comprehensive economic measures, Prime Minister Kishida said at a cabinet meeting on the 30th that the relevant ministers should compile a plan by the end of next month, focusing on efforts to combat rising prices and wage increases, as well as regional revitalization that takes advantage of the weaker yen. instructed to

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“Golden mines on Sado Island” Submitted a tentative recommendation to UNESCO

2022-09-30 11:47:00
With the aim of registering the gold mines of Sado Island as a World Cultural Heritage Site, the government submitted a tentative version of the nomination form to UNESCO on the night of the 29th (Japan time), which was pointed out to be inadequate by UNESCO.

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Komei Kumano member of the House of Councilors resigned Reported sexual harassment to acquaintance woman

2022-09-30 11:04:00
Komeito lawmaker Masashi Kumano, who was reported to have repeatedly sexually harassed a female acquaintance, submitted his resignation request and was granted permission.

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“Golden mines on Sado Island” Submitted a tentative recommendation to UNESCO

2022-09-30 10:46:00
With the aim of registering the gold mines of Sado Island as a World Cultural Heritage Site, the government submitted a tentative version of the nomination form to UNESCO on the night of the 29th (Japan time), which was pointed out to be inadequate by UNESCO.

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The unemployment rate in August was 2.5%, an improvement of 0.1 points from July.

2022-09-30 08:39:00
According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the nationwide unemployment rate was 2.5% in August, an improvement of 0.1 points from July.

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Relations with the former Unification Church Ruling party rushes to consider due to request for explanation to House of Representatives Speaker Hosoda

2022-09-30 05:55:00
In response to House of Representatives Speaker Hosoda's announcement of his acknowledgment of his relationship with the former Unification Church, the opposition parties have asked for further explanations, claiming that he did not mention whether or not he had support in the election. We are urgently considering whether to ask for an explanation.

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Responding to agricultural issues Starting verification with a view to revising the “Constitution of Agricultural Administration” Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries

2022-09-30 05:36:00
In light of issues surrounding agriculture, such as responding to climate change and ensuring a stable supply of food, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is now working to revise the Basic Act on Food, Agriculture and Rural Areas, which stipulates basic policies for agricultural policy. We will start work to verify where there is a problem in the law of

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Liberal Democratic Party Abe faction to full-scale adjustment over Mr. Abe's successor

2022-09-30 05:13:00
In the Abe faction of the Liberal Democratic Party, there is an opinion that former Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Shiotani, who is acting as chairman, should be the chairman of former Prime Minister Abe. It is expected to become

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``Support for re-learning, etc. 1 trillion yen in 5 years'' to be announced in the prime minister's policy speech

2022-09-30 04:34:00
Prime Minister Kishida, in his policy speech at the extraordinary session of the Diet to be convened next week, said that he would provide support for re-learning to work in growth fields, etc., in five years in order to realize a "structural wage increase" as a new comprehensive economic policy. We are announcing our policy of investing trillions of yen.

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``North Korea launches two ballistic missiles'' presumed to fall outside the EEZ Defense Minister

2022-09-30 00:28:00
According to the Ministry of Defense, at around 8:47 pm and 8:53 pm on the 29th, a total of two ballistic missiles were launched from near the west coast of North Korea in the east direction. Both were estimated to have landed at a maximum altitude of about 50 km and a flight distance of about 300 km, near the east coast of North Korea outside Japan's EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone). There are no reports of damage to aircraft or ships from the launch. North Korea launched two ballistic missiles on the 28th, and according to the Ministry of Defense, it is the first time that North Korea has launched ballistic missiles on two consecutive days. This is the 21st missile launch by North Korea, including cruise missiles, and the Ministry of Defense continues to analyze information and continue to monitor and monitor.

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