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A 2002 debate clip of Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi defending Japan's WWII aggression as self-defence has sparked renewed domestic criticism, with prominent figures calling for her resignation amid sliding approval ratings.
Japan has enacted legislation banning flag desecration, triggering concerns about rising nationalism while sparking international comparison with how other democracies balance patriotic symbols against free speech rights.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approval rating has fallen below 50 per cent for the first time since taking office in October, according to a Jiji Press survey released Thursday, marking a significant erosion of public confidence.
Japan's parliament has approved new regulations governing social media during elections, banning false or distorted information about candidates. The rules take effect in March 2027 following concerns over AI-generated content used in recent political contests.
Japan's lower house has swiftly approved a bill to amend the Imperial House Law for the first time since 1947, enabling imperial family adoptions and allowing female members to retain status after marriage to commoners.
Japan's Cabinet approved an amended Imperial House Law that sparked fierce opposition criticism over provisions on Imperial succession not previously debated. The move deepens divisions between ruling and opposition parties.
Japan's Cabinet has approved legislation to reform the Imperial House Law, permitting the adoption of males from former branch families and allowing imperial women to retain status after marriage to stabilise the shrinking imperial lineage.