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Will Japan’s Election Mark the End of Abe Diplomacy?

Will Japan’s Election Mark the End of Abe Diplomacy?

By Hiroaki KATO
Ironically, the opposition parties may have more in common with the late Abe's approach than the LDP's current leader.

In ‘Exceptionally Harsh Judgement’ From Japan’s Public, LDP Loses Its Majority

In ‘Exceptionally Harsh Judgement’ From Japan’s Public, LDP Loses Its Majority

By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite losing 69 seats, the LDP is still hoping to form a government through a new coalition.
Japan’s Slush Fund Scandal Intensifies in Diet Discussions

Japan’s Slush Fund Scandal Intensifies in Diet Discussions

By Thisanka Siripala
Political parties clashed over political fundraising reform as lawmakers deliberate on proposals for varying levels of transparency and punishment.

Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

By Jio Kamata
A CDP government looks more likely than ever – even if it’s still a low-odds proposition. 

Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant. 

Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant. 

By Jio Kamata
The LDP's coalition partner is opposed to allowing exports of the co-produced fighters, citing public resistance to the idea.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Japan’s Governing Party Is Engulfed by a Slush Fund Scandal. Will It Spur Political Reform?

Japan’s Governing Party Is Engulfed by a Slush Fund Scandal. Will It Spur Political Reform?

By Thisanka Siripala
The government is facing intense pressure over fears of widespread corruption and financial misconduct.

Kishida Replaces 4 Cabinet Members as Japan’s Political Fundraising Scandal Deepens 

Kishida Replaces 4 Cabinet Members as Japan’s Political Fundraising Scandal Deepens 

By Thisanka Siripala
The government is in damage control mode as it scrambles to contain public distrust over underreported fundraising revenue.
Japan Takes Another Step Toward Expanding Defense Exports

Japan Takes Another Step Toward Expanding Defense Exports

By Mina Pollmann
The LDP-Komeito coalition is working to overcome internal differences on loosening the existing restrictions.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to Provide Ukraine With 100 Transport Vehicles

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to Provide Ukraine With 100 Transport Vehicles

By Takahashi Kosuke
The ruling LDP is striving to ease weapon export rules, with Ukraine in mind, but faces pushback from its junior coalition partner. 

Japan’s LDP Promises to Push Forward LBGTQ Bill

Japan’s LDP Promises to Push Forward LBGTQ Bill

By Jeremiah May
Japan, as this year's G-7 host, has been under pressure to bring its LGBTQ policy framework into line with the world's other liberal democracies.

Is This The Beginning of the End for Kishida?

Is This The Beginning of the End for Kishida?

By Jio Kamata
Kishida and the LDP may not face a national election until 2025, but the prime minister is already on shaky ground.
Japan’s Ruling Government in Crisis Over Unification Church Scandals

Japan’s Ruling Government in Crisis Over Unification Church Scandals

By Thisanka Siripala
Japan’s governing party is struggling to quell public suspicion over party members’ ties with the controversial Unification Church.

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