Political News(2024/08/15)
Former Secretary-General Ishiba: "We are getting closer to securing sponsors" for LDP presidential election
2024-08-15 22:33:00
Former Secretary-General Ishiba, who has expressed his intention to run in the LDP presidential election if he can secure 20 endorsers, appeared on BS Fuji's "Prime News" on the night of the 15th and said, "We are starting to see people who will say, 'OK, let's do it.' We need to get the support of many Diet members, not just 20 people." Regarding the period of the presidential election, he said, "The longer the better, and it is important that debates are held in the form of a debate on the constitution, national security, and social security."
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Three Cabinet members visit Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Kishida pays a sacred offering from his own pocket
2024-08-15 21:57:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," cabinet members visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Prime Minister Kishida posts message of thanks to President Biden's statement
2024-08-15 21:02:00
Following the statement by U.S. President Biden praising Prime Minister Kishida for indicating his intention not to run in the LDP presidential election, Prime Minister Kishida posted a comment expressing his gratitude to "X" on his former Twitter account.
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Three Cabinet members visit Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Kishida pays a sacred offering from his own pocket
2024-08-15 19:00:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," cabinet members visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Moves in the LDP presidential election: A series of statements about willingness and exploration to run
2024-08-15 18:38:00
Prime Minister Kishida has announced his intention not to run in next month's LDP presidential election, and party lawmakers are beginning to move toward running. In addition to veteran lawmakers in their 60s who have served as party executives and cabinet ministers, a lawmaker in his 40s with cabinet experience has also put his name forward as a possible presidential candidate.
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Government provides 400 million yen grant aid to Palestine in the midst of a serious food crisis
2024-08-15 18:28:00
Since the clashes between Israeli forces and the Islamic organization Hamas in October last year, the food situation in Palestine has faced a crisis, so the government has decided to provide 400 million yen in grant aid through international organizations.
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Finance Minister Suzuki to proceed with budget preparations as scheduled even if Prime Minister Kishida does not run for office
2024-08-15 17:45:00
In relation to Prime Minister Kishida's decision not to run in the LDP presidential election and to step down after the new president is selected, Finance Minister Suzuki indicated at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting on the 15th that he intends to proceed with the budget request for next year and requests for tax reform as scheduled.
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Prime Minister Kishida thanks his cabinet ministers: "I will run for the LDP presidential election without hesitation or hesitation"
2024-08-15 17:10:00
On the 15th, Prime Minister Kishida, who decided not to run in the September LDP presidential election, expressed his gratitude to his cabinet members for their cooperation. He also said that if they do run for the presidential election, he would like them to feel free to take part in the debate without hesitation, as long as it does not interfere with their duties.
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Three Cabinet members visit Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Kishida pays a sacred offering from his own pocket
2024-08-15 15:57:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," cabinet members visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Foreign Minister Kamikawa: "We will carefully consider what we should do, make a decision, and take action" in LDP presidential election
2024-08-15 15:39:00
Foreign Minister Kamikawa told reporters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, "I am very surprised by the sudden announcement that I will not run. I believe this is a very important decision that was made after careful consideration. With Japan now facing a difficult situation, we must respond in solidarity so that there are no gaps created by the change of prime minister. As the foreign minister who supports summit diplomacy, I believe that I must seamlessly address the challenges facing Japan."
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Prime Minister Kishida thanks his cabinet ministers: "I will run for the LDP presidential election without hesitation or hesitation"
2024-08-15 15:13:00
On the 15th, Prime Minister Kishida, who decided not to run in the September LDP presidential election, expressed his gratitude to his cabinet members for their cooperation. He also said that if they do run for the presidential election, he would like them to feel free to take part in the debate without hesitation, as long as it does not interfere with their duties.
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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Saito: "I will seriously listen to the voices saying that I should run in the LDP presidential election"
2024-08-15 15:11:00
At a press conference following the Cabinet meeting on the 15th, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Saito was asked whether he was considering running in the presidential election. He replied, "From yesterday through this morning, I received a lot of messages saying, 'You should run for the presidency; you are the only one who can do it.' I feel that these voices are not voiced casually, but are voiced from a sincere desire. I think now is the time for us to listen seriously to these voices."
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Digital Minister Kono: "I hope the day will come when I can put my experience to good use" in LDP presidential election
2024-08-15 14:55:00
Regarding next month's LDP presidential election, Digital Minister Kono stated at a press conference, "I hope that one day I will be able to put my experience as a cabinet minister in charge of the major issues facing Japan to good use," reiterating his enthusiasm for running.
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Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Takaichi expresses desire to run in LDP presidential election
2024-08-15 14:53:00
Regarding next month's LDP presidential election, Minister of Economic Security Takaichi was asked by reporters about her response to the election. She revealed her desire to run, saying, "We have a mission to join forces with our colleagues to make the Japanese archipelago strong and prosperous and hand it over to the next generation."
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Komeito leader: "Participate as observer in the Conference of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons"
2024-08-15 14:39:00
On the 15th, 79 years after the end of the war, Komeito leader Yamaguchi gave a street speech in Tokyo, calling for Japan to participate as an observer in the Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in order to realize a world without nuclear weapons.
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Three Cabinet members visit Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Kishida pays a sacred offering from his own pocket
2024-08-15 13:19:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," cabinet members visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Prime Minister Kishida thanks his cabinet ministers: "I will run for the LDP presidential election without hesitation or hesitation"
2024-08-15 13:15:00
On the 15th, Prime Minister Kishida, who decided not to run in the September LDP presidential election, expressed his gratitude to his cabinet members for their cooperation. He also said that if they do run for the presidential election, he would like them to feel free to take part in the debate without hesitation, as long as it does not interfere with their duties.
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Senator Megumi Hirose resigns: "It is true, I regret it, and I sincerely apologize"
2024-08-15 13:11:00
Senator Megumi Hirose, whose office was searched on suspicion of defrauding the government of her public secretary's salary, resigned from her seat on the 15th.
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Cabinet members visit Yasukuni Shrine
2024-08-15 11:56:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," cabinet members visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Senator Megumi Hirose resigns: "It is true, I regret it, and I sincerely apologize"
2024-08-15 11:30:00
Senator Megumi Hirose, whose office was searched on suspicion of defrauding the government of her public secretary's salary, resigned from her seat on the 15th.
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Former Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Kobayashi: "Now is the time to strengthen our power" in LDP presidential election
2024-08-15 11:19:00
Former Minister of Economic Security Kobayashi, who is expected to run in the LDP presidential election in September, said he takes Prime Minister Kishida's announcement of his intention not to run seriously, but said only that his own response now is "to improve my abilities as a politician."
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Senator Megumi Hirose resigns after office raid amid suspicion of fraudulent use of public secretary's salary
2024-08-15 10:41:00
Senator Megumi Hirose, whose office was searched on suspicion of defrauding the government of her public secretary's salary, resigned from her seat on the 15th.
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Senator Megumi Hirose resigns after office raid over suspicion of fraudulent use of public secretary's salary
2024-08-15 09:50:00
Senator Megumi Hirose, whose office was searched on suspicion of defrauding the government of her public secretary's salary, submitted her resignation to the House of Councillors on the morning of the 15th.
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Minister of Economic Revitalization Shindo and Minister of Defense Kihara visit Yasukuni Shrine
2024-08-15 09:06:00
On the 15th, "Victory over Japan Day," Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Shindo visited Yasukuni Shrine in Kudan, Tokyo.
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Prime Minister's Activities August 14, 2024
2024-08-15 08:58:00
(Prime Minister Kishida's Activities August 14, 2024)
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President Biden praises Prime Minister Kishida for "transforming Japan's role"
2024-08-15 06:48:00
In response to Prime Minister Kishida announcing his intention not to run in next month's Liberal Democratic Party presidential election, US President Biden issued a statement on the 14th.
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[Commentary] Prime Minister Kishida to step down. What will happen in the LDP presidential election? Moves are gaining momentum
2024-08-15 04:59:00
Prime Minister Kishida has announced his intention not to run in next month's LDP presidential election, and will step down after the new president is selected. The date of the presidential election is expected to be decided next week, and the party will begin to work towards a candidacy. Why did Prime Minister Kishida announce his intention at this time? What is the likely structure and lineup of the LDP presidential election? We will explain in detail. (Shimizu Taishi)
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