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POLITICSJul 22China sounds alarm over nuclear weapons talk by Japanese ministerusa.chinadaily.com.cn · China
POLITICSJul 21Japan New Flag Law Tests Free Expression – The DiplomatThis article discusses Japan's new flag law and how it may challenge free expression. It suggests potential implications for civil liberties and national identity.thediplomat.com · China
POLITICSJul 20Why Japan's new imperial law keeps women off the throneNew legislation aims to address the shrinking ranks of Japan's imperial family, while preserving male-only succession despite broad support for a female emperor.DW News [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGJul 20Putin hosts North Korean minister amid summit speculation | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisRussian President Putin is hosting a North Korean minister, leading to speculation about a potential summit. This event signifies important developments in international diplomacy and bilateral relations.asahi.com · Japan
POLITICSJul 19Japanese civic rally exposes Unit 731 germ warfare crimes , renews calls for historical accountabilityA Japanese civic rally has exposed Unit 731's germ warfare crimes and renewed calls for historical accountability. This event seeks justice and recognition for past atrocities.globaltimes.cn · China
POLITICSJul 19Japan law outlawing desecration of nation flag spurs controversy | The Arkansas Democrat - GazetteA new Japanese law outlawing the desecration of the national flag has caused controversy. This indicates public and political debate surrounding national symbols and legislation.arkansasonline.com · United States
POLITICSJul 18Backlash in Japan over Fukuoka officials’ costly overseas ‘research trips’Officials in Japan’s southwestern prefecture of Fukuoka are facing growing scrutiny over a series of overseas “research trips” that included stays in Paris and London and millions of yen in hotel upgrades, as public frustration builds over political spending during a period of rising household costs. The controversies have put pressure on Governor Seitaro Hattori and the local chapter of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in Fukuoka, one of Japan’s most important regional governments and the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 17Japan ex-minister claims ‘recklessness’ on bullet train project, India rejectsIndian Express
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises imperial succession rules, but still excludes womenParliament has adjusted imperial succession laws in the country, seeking to ensure the royal line endures, but maintained the bar on women emperors. A popular princess, Aiko, would be next in line if sex was no issue.DW News [en]
POLITICSJul 17Govt. to launch bullet rail project with Indian train; Japan to provide next-gen Shinkansen series after 4 yearsThe clarification comes in response to a recent critical social media post by a former Japanese Minister regarding the project, which will be India’s first bullet train network.The Hindu
POLITICSJul 17Japan passes legislation banning violation of national flagCritics claim latest element of PM Takaichi's conservative drive threatens free speech, invites political abuse.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 17Japan outlaws flag desecration; opponents say it's threat to free speechJapan on Friday enacted a controversial new law prohibiting desecration of its national flag, a key right-wing agenda pushed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Opponents say it's an…Japan Today
POLITICSJul 17Japan enshrines male-only succession for shrinking imperial familyJapan’s parliament enacted Friday a historic revision to the 19th-century Imperial House Law by insisting only paternal-lineage men can become emperor, sparking fear that it could doom the…Japan Today
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises law to ensure supply of ( male ) heirs to the imperial throneJapan has amended its legal framework to ensure a continued line of male successors to the imperial throne. This legislative change addresses the issue of imperial succession.wcbe.org · United States
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises law to ensure supply of ( male ) heirs to the imperial throneJapan has revised its law to ensure the supply of male heirs to the imperial throne. This legal change addresses the future continuity of the imperial family.klcc.org · United States
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises law to ensure supply of ( male ) heirs to the imperial throneJapan has revised its law to ensure the continued supply of male heirs to the imperial throne. This legislative change addresses the line of succession for the monarchy.wkyufm.org · United States
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises imperial succession law but retains ban on female emperorsNationwide opinion polls in Japan have suggested broad public support for a female emperor, but some conservative political figures remain opposed to the idea.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 17Japan revises law to ensure supply of (male) heirs to the imperial throneA popular princess drives support for having a female Japanese Emperor. But the country's first female prime minister opposes it.NPR News
POLITICSJul 17Japan relaxes royal succession rules - but ban on female emperors remainThe law now allows the adoption of male distant relatives aged over 15 back into the imperial family.BBC World
POLITICSJul 17White House prompter operator investigated for prediction market bets | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisA White House prompter operator is reportedly under investigation for making bets on prediction markets. This concerns potential ethical violations by a government employee.asahi.com · Japan
POLITICSJul 17Japan changes imperial succession law but keeps ban on female emperorJapan's parliament on Friday enacted changes to imperial succession rules, allowing male distant relatives to rejoin the imperial family and women to retain royal status after marrying commoners. The legislation, however, keeps the ban on female emperors despite opinion polls showing broad public support for allowing women to ascend the Chrysanthemum Throne.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 17Japan changes rules to save shrinking monarchy, but bars female emperorsJapan’s parliament approved on Friday a revised Imperial House Law to address the issue of the shrinking royal family, while retaining the long-standing male-only succession system, despite public support for female emperors. The first substantive revision to the 1947 law introduced two changes – permitting the adoption of males aged 15 and over from former branch families descended from emperors through the male line and allowing female members to retain their imperial status even after...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 16Ukraine’s Patriot missile request tests Japan’s pacifist limitsJapan’s firm support for Ukraine in its war against Russia is expected to be tested after Kyiv expressed interest in working with Tokyo to produce Patriot interceptor missiles. Such a move is unlikely because it would require Japan to cross a sensitive line on exports of lethal weapons and complicate its regional relations, according to analysts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said last week that Kyiv was keen to work with Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to manufacture Patriot...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 16Japan treads diplomatic fine line over US campaign to end ICC ‘threat’Japan has voiced concern about the United States’ campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC), exposing a diplomatic bind for Tokyo as it seeks to defend a tribunal it has long championed without provoking its most important security ally. Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara told a press conference in Tokyo on Tuesday that Japan “places great importance on the eradication and prevention of serious crimes, as well as the upholding of the rule of law”. He added that Japan, the...South China Morning Post
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