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LDP wants more women at key meetings, but only as silent observers

National / Politics Feb 17, 2021

LDP wants more women at key meetings, but only as silent observers

Requiring female observers at meetings to remain quiet has drawn criticism on social media that the party is out of touch.

'Not a problem': LDP No. 2 backs Mori and dismisses volunteer exodus

National Feb 9, 2021

'Not a problem': LDP No. 2 backs Mori and dismisses volunteer exodus

Toshihiro Nikai said volunteers deciding to quit over Mori's sexist remarks was "momentary," adding he believes "their thoughts will change once the situation settles down."

Diet in review: Suga defensive on virus response but steadfast on Olympics

National / Politics Jan 22, 2021

Diet in review: Suga defensive on virus response but steadfast on Olympics

by Satoshi Sugiyama

Japan's prime minister took heat from one opposition lawmaker after another during three days of question-and-answer sessions.

The political folly of dodging responsibility in Japan

National / Media | MEDIA MIX Jan 16, 2021

The political folly of dodging responsibility in Japan

by Philip Brasor

Politicians caught violating COVID-19 restrictions leave news organizations in a bind

Indictment of ex-minister Takamori Yoshikawa puts Suga in tight spot

National / Politics | FYI Jan 15, 2021

Indictment of ex-minister Takamori Yoshikawa puts Suga in tight spot

by Eric Johnston

With public support sinking over the pandemic and questions raised over his past statements on Abe's spring party scandal, prosecution of a trusted ally only adds to Suga's woes.

Suga's deference to LDP heavyweight blamed for COVID-19 policy delays

National / Politics | FOCUS Jan 12, 2021

Suga's deference to LDP heavyweight blamed for COVID-19 policy delays

LDP Secretary-General Toshihiro Nikai's ties to the tourism industry are believed to have delayed the Go To Travel campaign halt and played a role in slowing a second emergency declaration.

Generational change and policy differences test LDP-Komeito political bonds

National / Politics | FYI Dec 24, 2020

Generational change and policy differences test LDP-Komeito political bonds

by Eric Johnston

The Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito recently marked 21 years of alliance, having ruled Japan as a coalition for 18 of those years. But are they growing apart?

Suga under fire for year-end dinners as coronavirus cases mount

National Dec 16, 2020

Suga under fire for year-end dinners as coronavirus cases mount

by Ju-min Park

Suga's outings came after the government abruptly halted a government travel subsidy program he had long defended.

Heavyweight Nikai and his scandal-plagued LDP faction ruffling feathers

National / Politics | FYI Dec 15, 2020

Heavyweight Nikai and his scandal-plagued LDP faction ruffling feathers

by Eric Johnston

Allegations of bribery against two former farm ministers now threaten to weaken the Liberal Democratic Party's largest faction and its powerful leader.

Osaka referendum defeat raises questions about future of city's politics

National / Politics | ANALYSIS Nov 2, 2020

Osaka referendum defeat raises questions about future of city's politics

by Eric Johnston

The focus for many in local political party Osaka Ishin no Kai is now on how — or even if — they can continue under a new generation of leadership.

Breaking down Suga's picks for his first Cabinet

Commentary / Japan Sep 16, 2020

Breaking down Suga's picks for his first Cabinet

by Michael MacArthur Bosack

With Yoshihide Suga formally appointed as prime minister on Wednesday, all eyes will be watching to see how the newly minted leader will steer Japan.

In shake-up of LDP officials, Suga rewards loyalty while maintaining status quo

National / Politics Sep 15, 2020

In shake-up of LDP officials, Suga rewards loyalty while maintaining status quo

by Satoshi Sugiyama

Taro Aso, Toshimitsu Motegi and Toshihiro Nikai will remain, as Japan's next leader looks to tap Katsunobu Kato, public face of the novel coronavirus fight, as spokesman.

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