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Political News(2023/10/28)


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G7 Trade Ministers Meeting Draft Ministerial Statement “We call for the abolition of import restrictions on Japanese foods”

2023-10-28 22:55:00
The draft ministerial statement for the trade ministers meeting of the G7 = seven major countries being held in Osaka has been revealed. With China's suspension of imports of Japanese seafood products in mind, we strongly urge that any measures that unnecessarily restrict trade be immediately abolished.

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Komei representative Yamaguchi's tax revenue return policy: "If prices continue to rise, it will not end at once"

2023-10-28 18:18:00
Regarding tax revenue return measures that combine tax cuts and handouts that the government and ruling parties are considering, Komeito Party representative Yamaguchi expressed the recognition that if prices continue to soar, this will not be a one-time solution.

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Assuming a nuclear power plant accident, government disaster prevention drill confirms response including evacuation guidance, including Prime Minister Kishida

2023-10-28 17:50:00
A government disaster prevention drill was conducted based on the scenario of an accident at a nuclear power plant, and at the Prime Minister's Office, Prime Minister Kishida and related ministers communicated with local governments via video conference and conducted emergency response measures such as guiding residents to evacuate. I have confirmed.

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Prime Minister Kishida attends memorial service for police officers killed in the line of duty and delivers memorial speech Tokyo

2023-10-28 17:34:00
Prime Minister Kishida attended a memorial service to commemorate the police officers who died in the line of duty over the past year, saying, ``We will continue our precious legacy and do our best to pass on a safe and secure Japan to the next generation.'' gave a speech.

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Tax revenue return policy: “Detailed support according to the people’s circumstances” Mr. Hagiuda of the Liberal Democratic Party

2023-10-28 16:42:00
Regarding the tax revenue return policy that combines tax cuts and handouts that the government and ruling party are considering, Liberal Democratic Party Policy Research Chairman Hagiuda asked for understanding, saying that it is meant to provide detailed support according to people's circumstances, such as differences in income. After that, he expressed his intention to urgently implement the system.

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The United Nations resolution submitted by Japan “Aiming for a world free of nuclear weapons” has been adopted for 30 consecutive years.

2023-10-28 15:32:00
The Japanese government submitted a United Nations resolution calling on the world to work towards a world free of nuclear weapons, and it was adopted with a majority vote. This is the 30th consecutive year that Japan has adopted a resolution aiming to eliminate nuclear weapons.

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Assuming a nuclear power plant accident, government disaster prevention drill confirms response including evacuation guidance, including Prime Minister Kishida

2023-10-28 12:09:00
A government disaster prevention drill was conducted based on the scenario of an accident at a nuclear power plant, and at the Prime Minister's Office, Prime Minister Kishida and related ministers communicated with local governments via video conference and conducted emergency response measures such as guiding residents to evacuate. I have confirmed.

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“Ride sharing” The government plans to proceed with careful discussions based on safety concerns

2023-10-28 07:17:00
The government hopes to compile a report by the end of this year regarding the introduction of ``ride sharing,'' in which ordinary drivers use private cars to transport people for a fee, and is proceeding with careful discussions, taking into account concerns about ensuring passenger safety. I plan on going.

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The debate between the ruling and opposition parties continues over measures to counter high prices.The House of Representatives Budget Committee

2023-10-28 06:30:00
In the Diet, a debate between the ruling and opposition parties began in the House of Representatives Budget Committee. While the government and the ruling party want to emphasize their stance on reducing the burden on the people through tax cuts and other measures, the opposition parties are criticizing the lack of speed and are pushing for the government to accept measures it has put together independently.

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Meiji Restoration Representative Baba “Prime Minister Kishida’s reputation within the Liberal Democratic Party has declined considerably”

2023-10-28 02:20:00
Regarding the government's new economic measures, President Baba of the Japan Restoration Party pointed out, ``I think Prime Minister Kishida's reputation within the Liberal Democratic Party has fallen considerably because he is out of touch with the people's wishes.''

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