LDP and JIP heads to deliver joint campaign speeches Tuesday
The leaders of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, are expected…
Momentum grows for snap election as Takaichi’s views enter ‘new stage’
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is believed to be considering dissolving the Lower House for a snap election as…
Senior LDP official hints at need for discussion of non-nuclear principles
Japan must have renewed discussions about the country’s long-held three non-nuclear principles, a senior Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)…
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 Â¥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…