Japan’s political parties still apart over donation reform bills
Japan’s ruling and opposition parties remained apart during Thursday’s parliamentary deliberations on three bills related to reforming political…
Japan’s parliament starts debates on corporate donation reform bills
Parliament on Wednesday started deliberations on three bills related to the reform of political donations from companies and…
Japan eyeing much higher visa fees for foreign nationals
The government is considering raising the current ¥10,000 ($64) fee that foreign nationals pay to obtain permanent residency…
China warns of military response if Japan intervenes in Taiwan contingency
Tensions between Tokyo and Beijing have escalated further over Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks suggesting Japan could intervene…
Japan’s ruling party seals new coalition as Takaichi set to become 1st female premier
General elections are due in October 2027 if new coalition decides against snap polls ISTANBUL Japan’s ruling Liberal…
Turbulent Japanese politics could stall progress with China and South Korea: analysts
Japan’s unstable political landscape is expected to cast doubt over its diplomatic commitments and could hinder progress in…
As Japan’s ruling party falters, a non-LDP prime minister becomes a real possibility
With Japan’s parliament poised to vote on who it wants to next lead the country, a resurgent opposition…
Japan’s main opposition seeks unified PM candidate to block Takaichi’s bid
Japan’s largest opposition party is reportedly working to rally behind a single candidate for prime minister in collaboration…
Japan braces for shift to conservatism
Tokyo set to see first female prime minister, signaling change in sociopolitical atmosphere Sanae Takaichi, newly-elected leader of…
Takaichi and Koizumi head to runoff in LDP leadership race
Former economic security minister Sanae Takaichi and agriculture minister Shinjiro Koizumi are headed to a runoff Saturday in…
Ruling bloc and Nippon Ishin affirm foreigners’ tuition-free ineligibility
The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), its ally Komeito and opposition Nippon Ishin no Kai on Friday confirmed a…
LDP Leadership Hopefuls, Take a Stand on North Korean Nuclearization
Lawmakers vying to lead the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) need to speak out about national security. So too…