2024-09-13 21:22:00
The nine candidates for the LDP presidential election held a joint press conference at party headquarters, where they debated the nature of party reform in response to the issues surrounding politics and money, as well as labor market reform, including how to address the labor shortage.
2024-09-13 21:13:00
In response to the allegations against Governor Saito of Hyogo Prefecture over power harassment, all political parties and independent members of the prefectural assembly are expected to jointly submit a motion of no confidence against the governor on the first day of the regular assembly on September 19. Final adjustments are being made with the aim of passing it unanimously.
2024-09-13 19:17:00
In the Constitutional Democratic Party leadership election, the four candidates visited Tokushima City on the 13th and debated the themes of regional revitalization and the promotion of agriculture, forestry, and fisheries.
2024-09-13 18:56:00
The nine candidates for the LDP presidential election held a joint press conference at party headquarters, where they debated the nature of party reform in response to the issues surrounding politics and money, as well as labor market reform, including how to address the labor shortage.
2024-09-13 18:34:00
Former House of Representatives member Manabu Horii, who received a summary order to impose a fine and a three-year suspension of his civil rights for violating the Public Offices Election Act and the Political Funds Control Act, has been found guilty.
2024-09-13 14:54:00
The LDP presidential election was announced on the 12th, with nine candidates running, the highest number ever under the current system. A joint press conference hosted by the party was held in Tokyo on the 13th at 1:00 pm.
2024-09-13 14:49:00
Regarding the ballistic missile launched by North Korea on the 12th, Defense Minister Kihara said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "We estimate that it was the same type as the short-range ballistic missile launched on March 18th of this year and other occasions. North Korea's nuclear and missile development threatens the peace and security of our country and the international community, and is totally unacceptable. We will continue to do our utmost to be vigilant and monitor the situation while working closely with the United States and South Korea."
2024-09-13 14:17:00
Who will be the next US president? Their economic policies in particular are of major concern to Japan. The TV debate on September 10th marked the first direct confrontation between Harris and Trump. There was also some heated exchange here. Commentator Iida Kaori, who has covered the US economy for many years, provides a detailed explanation of the economic policies of both candidates and their impact on the Japanese economy. *Information current as of September 13th. (Video: 8 minutes 52 seconds)
2024-09-13 13:48:00
The LDP presidential election was announced on the 12th, with nine candidates running, the highest number ever under the current system. A joint press conference hosted by the party will be held in Tokyo from 1:00 pm. The candidates will make their case for reforming the party in response to the politics and money issue, as well as economic and fiscal policies.
2024-09-13 13:13:00
Regarding the election to decide Yamaguchi's successor, Komeito Secretary-General Ishii said, "I want to seriously consider it while I am in the process of carefully considering it," indicating his intention to make a decision as soon as possible. Komeito leader Yamaguchi has indicated his intention not to run in the next election and to step down when his eighth term expires at the party convention on the 28th of this month.
2024-09-13 13:03:00
Regarding the issues in which he has been accused of power harassment, Governor Saito of Hyogo Prefecture stated that "the progress of reform should not be stopped," and reiterated his desire to continue in his position.He also indicated that if a motion of no confidence against him is passed by the prefectural assembly, he would not rule out the possibility of dissolving the assembly.
2024-09-13 12:38:00
Prime Minister Kishida will visit the United States from the 21st of this month. This will be his last overseas visit before he leaves office, and he plans to exchange views with President Biden and other leaders of various countries with whom he built trust during his term in office, and to smoothly hand over his diplomatic achievements to the next administration.
2024-09-13 12:35:00
In anticipation of further aging, the government decided on a new "Outline of Measures for an Aging Society" at a cabinet meeting on the 13th. In order to make society sustainable, the government plans to consider expanding the scope of people aged 75 and over who are required to pay 30% of their medical expenses.
2024-09-13 12:31:00
The LDP presidential election was announced on the 12th, with nine candidates running, the highest number ever under the current system. After this, a joint press conference hosted by the parties will be held in Tokyo at 1:00 pm, where candidates will present their views on the state of party reform in response to the politics and money issue, as well as economic and fiscal policies.
2024-09-13 12:18:00
Regarding the issue of an external staff member of Chinese nationality making a statement on NHK's Chinese language international radio broadcasts and other Chinese language news programs that differed from the official position of the Japanese government regarding the ownership of the Senkaku Islands in Okinawa Prefecture and was not included in the script, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications issued administrative guidance to NHK. Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Matsumoto called on NHK to be fully aware of its mission as a public broadcaster and take steps to prevent recurrence.
2024-09-13 11:13:00
Prime Minister Kishida's Activities September 12, 2024
2024-09-13 06:45:00
Regarding the issue of Hyogo Prefecture Governor Saito being accused of power harassment, the largest faction in the prefectural assembly, the Liberal Democratic Party, plans to submit a motion of no confidence on the first day of the regular assembly on the 19th of this month if the governor does not respond to their demand for his resignation. The second largest faction, the Japan Innovation Party, also believes that the prefectural assembly needs to show its stance, and final adjustments are expected to be made with the aim of passing the motion unanimously.
2024-09-13 06:16:00
The four candidates in the Constitutional Democratic Party's leadership election participated in the debate, criticizing the claims made by the candidates in the LDP presidential election and making arguments for expanding the party's influence.
2024-09-13 05:57:00
The LDP presidential election was announced on the 12th, with nine candidates running, the highest number ever under the current system. In the midst of a close race, debate continues over the nature of party reform in response to the politics and money issue, as well as economic and fiscal policies.
2024-09-13 00:04:00
The LDP presidential election was announced on September 12th. Candidates have already begun preparations, holding campaign ceremonies and praying for victory.
