2024-06-13 22:53:00
The minutes of the first meeting of the government's expert panel on the introduction of "active cyber defense," which takes countermeasures before cyber attacks occur, have been made public. While some pointed out that the introduction of the system is essential, others called for careful consideration in relation to the "secrecy of communications" guaranteed by the Constitution.
2024-06-13 22:14:00
Regarding the revision of the Political Funds Control Act, former LDP Secretary-General Ishiba expressed the view that it will be difficult to gain public understanding of the party's bill, which stipulates that receipts for the expenditure of "policy activity expenses" must be made public 10 years from now, as the basis for this is unclear.
2024-06-13 19:26:00
To revise the Political Funds Control Law, the Liberal Democratic Party has proposed to the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan that they hold a question-and-answer session at a special committee of the House of Councillors on the 17th and 18th of next week. The Liberal Democratic Party is aiming for the bill to be enacted within the coming week, and with the end of the session on June 23rd approaching, the debate on the revision of the law is expected to reach a climax.
2024-06-13 18:11:00
On the 13th, one week before the Tokyo gubernatorial election was announced, the Election Management Commission unveiled the "Seven Election Tools," including armbands and flags.
2024-06-13 17:38:00
A former member of the House of Representatives and lawyer was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of violating the Lawyers Act by illegally lending his name to victims of fraud cases in order to solicit consultations and receive retainer fees. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department also arrested 10 members of a group that used the lawyer's name, and is investigating the possibility that he received 500 million yen in retainer fees from approximately 900 victims of fraud.
2024-06-13 17:26:00
At the House of Representatives Constitutional Review Committee, the Liberal Democratic Party presented a proposal that summarized the issues raised so far regarding the extension of the term of Diet members in the event of a large-scale disaster or other emergency, and proposed to begin drafting a constitutional amendment. In response, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP) argued that measures should be considered that can be implemented without amending the Constitution.
2024-06-13 17:01:00
A former member of the House of Representatives and lawyer was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of violating the Lawyers Act by illegally lending his name to victims of fraud cases in order to solicit consultations and receive retainer fees. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department also arrested 10 members of a group that used the lawyer's name, and is investigating the possibility that he received 500 million yen in retainer fees from approximately 900 victims of fraud.
2024-06-13 16:49:00
The House of Councillors' Judicial Affairs Committee passed a majority vote on a proposed amendment to the Immigration Control Act and other laws, the main pillar of which is to establish a new training and employment system to replace the technical intern training system for foreign workers.
2024-06-13 16:33:00
The House of Councillors Cabinet Committee questioned and answered experts on a bill to introduce a "Japanese version of DBS," a system to check whether people working with children have a history of sexual offences, and opinions were exchanged on the implementation structure and countermeasures that should be taken after the system is introduced.
2024-06-13 16:16:00
The Japan Restoration Party and the Association for Realizing Free Education have jointly submitted a bill to the House of Representatives that aims to make education free for everyone, from infants to university students.
2024-06-13 15:14:00
Regarding the use and disclosure of the "research, study and public relations accommodation expenses" paid to Diet members, House of Representatives Rules Committee Chairman Yamaguchi has conveyed to the ruling and opposition parties his intention to proceed with a review, including possible legal amendments, after hearing opinions from former Speaker Oshima and others.
2024-06-13 14:45:00
At the House of Representatives Constitutional Review Committee, the Liberal Democratic Party presented a proposal that summarized the issues raised so far regarding the extension of the term of Diet members in the event of a large-scale disaster or other emergency, and proposed to begin drafting a constitutional amendment. In response, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan (CDP) argued that measures should be considered that can be implemented without amending the Constitution.
2024-06-13 12:39:00
To revise the Political Funds Control Law, the Liberal Democratic Party has proposed to the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan that they hold a question-and-answer session at a special committee of the House of Councillors on the 17th and 18th of next week. The Liberal Democratic Party is aiming for the bill to be enacted within the coming week, and with the end of the session on June 23rd approaching, the debate on the revision of the law is expected to reach a climax.
2024-06-13 12:38:00
A former member of the House of Representatives and lawyer was arrested by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of violating the Lawyers Act by illegally lending his name to victims of fraud cases in order to solicit consultations and receive retainer fees. The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department also arrested 10 members of a group that used the lawyer's name, and is investigating the possibility that he received 500 million yen in retainer fees from approximately 900 victims of fraud.
2024-06-13 11:58:00
The JoongAng Ilbo, a major South Korean newspaper, reported that Japan and North Korea had made contact in Mongolia in May, citing multiple sources. The newspaper said that North Korea's intentions were "to seek a breakthrough in the economy and diplomacy."
2024-06-13 11:48:00
To revise the Political Funds Control Law, the Liberal Democratic Party has proposed to the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan that they hold a question-and-answer session at a special committee of the House of Councillors on the 17th and 18th of next week. The Liberal Democratic Party is aiming for the bill to be enacted within the coming week, and with the end of the session on June 23rd approaching, the debate on the revision of the law is expected to reach a climax.
2024-06-13 06:40:00
Prime Minister Kishida's Activities June 12th, 2024 08:55 Departs from the Official Residence on foot 08:56 Arrives at the Official Residence 08:59 Meets with Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Sakamoto Satoshi, Special Advisor to the Prime Minister Osato Yasuhiro, Administrative Vice-Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Yokoyama Shin, Chief Cabinet Secretary Watanabe Takeshi, and Deputy Director-General for General Affairs Suginaka Jun (until 09:22) 09:25 Meets with Secretary-General of the Cabinet Secretariat Abduction Issue Headquarters Fukumoto Shigenobu (until 09:45) 09:52 Departs from the Official Residence 09:53 Arrives at the Diet 09:54 Enters the House of Councillors President's reception room 09:57 Leaves the room. Enters the House of Councillors plenary session hall at 10:01. House of Councillors plenary session opens at 11:00. Leaves the House of Councillors plenary session midway through at 11:02. Departs from the Diet at 11:03. Arrives at the Prime Minister's Office at 11:08. Meets with LDP Organisation and Campaign Headquarters Director Kaneko Yasuyuki (until 11:34). 11:41. Headquarters for Stable Food Supply and Strengthening the Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Infrastructure (until 11:54). 14:22. Interviews with media companies (until 14:26). 14:27. Departs from the Prime Minister's Office at 14:51. Arrives at Haneda Airport at 15:16. Departs for Italy on a government plane with his wife, Hiroko, to attend the G7 Summit in Italy and the World Peace Summit in Switzerland to discuss the Ukraine peace plan.
2024-06-13 06:28:00
Regarding the disclosure of the use of "research, research and public relations expenses" paid to Diet members, Prime Minister Kishida indicated his intention to reach a conclusion soon based on the agreement between the leaders of the Japan Restoration Party. As the Japan Restoration Party has mentioned the possibility of opposing the amendment to the Political Funds Control Law in the House of Councillors, which it approved in the House of Representatives, depending on the LDP's response, the focus is on whether the discussion will progress by the end of the session on the 23rd of this month.
2024-06-13 05:39:00
While Prime Minister Kishida wants to achieve constitutional reform during his term as president of the Liberal Democratic Party, many within the party believe that it will be difficult to submit a draft amendment to the current Diet session, which ends in 10 days. The LDP has decided to achieve the amendment of the Political Funds Control Law, which it has made its top priority, and then continue to consider creating an environment conducive to submitting a draft amendment to the Constitution.
2024-06-13 05:31:00
Prime Minister Kishida has just arrived in Italy to attend the G7 Summit, which begins on the 13th. Regional situations such as Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as economic security, are expected to be on the agenda, and he plans to lead the discussion by conveying Japan's efforts and positions.
2024-06-13 04:06:00
Following the passage of an amendment to the law known as the "Constitution of Agricultural Policy," which includes measures to strengthen food security, Prime Minister Kishida on the 12th ordered that a basic plan be formulated by the end of this fiscal year that includes targets for food self-sufficiency.
