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POLITICSJul 17Japan relaxes royal succession rules - but ban on female emperors remainThe law now allows the adoption of male distant relatives aged over 15 back into the imperial family.BBC World
POLITICSJul 17White House prompter operator investigated for prediction market bets | The Asahi Shimbun : Breaking News , Japan News and AnalysisA White House prompter operator is reportedly under investigation for making bets on prediction markets. This concerns potential ethical violations by a government employee.asahi.com · Japan
POLITICSJul 17Japan changes imperial succession law but keeps ban on female emperorJapan's parliament on Friday enacted changes to imperial succession rules, allowing male distant relatives to rejoin the imperial family and women to retain royal status after marrying commoners. The legislation, however, keeps the ban on female emperors despite opinion polls showing broad public support for allowing women to ascend the Chrysanthemum Throne.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 17Japan changes rules to save shrinking monarchy, but bars female emperorsJapan’s parliament approved on Friday a revised Imperial House Law to address the issue of the shrinking royal family, while retaining the long-standing male-only succession system, despite public support for female emperors. The first substantive revision to the 1947 law introduced two changes – permitting the adoption of males aged 15 and over from former branch families descended from emperors through the male line and allowing female members to retain their imperial status even after...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 16Ukraine’s Patriot missile request tests Japan’s pacifist limitsJapan’s firm support for Ukraine in its war against Russia is expected to be tested after Kyiv expressed interest in working with Tokyo to produce Patriot interceptor missiles. Such a move is unlikely because it would require Japan to cross a sensitive line on exports of lethal weapons and complicate its regional relations, according to analysts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said last week that Kyiv was keen to work with Japan’s Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to manufacture Patriot...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 16Japan treads diplomatic fine line over US campaign to end ICC ‘threat’Japan has voiced concern about the United States’ campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC), exposing a diplomatic bind for Tokyo as it seeks to defend a tribunal it has long championed without provoking its most important security ally. Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara told a press conference in Tokyo on Tuesday that Japan “places great importance on the eradication and prevention of serious crimes, as well as the upholding of the rule of law”. He added that Japan, the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 15Chinese women allegedly seeking marriage loopholes to bypass Japan's business visa crackdown"Are you really serious about getting married?" The question was posed during a matchmaking party in Tokyo's Minato Ward last May, organized via China's WeChat chat application. The…Japan Today
POLITICSJul 14Roundup : Representatives from across Japanese society call for safeguarding pacifist constitution amid revision push - XinhuaVarious representatives from Japanese society are advocating for the preservation of the country's pacifist constitution amid ongoing efforts to revise it. This highlights a domestic political debate regarding fundamental national principles.english.news.cn
POLITICSJul 14Xinhua Commentary : Japan must stop its meddling in the South China SeaA Xinhua commentary urges Japan to cease its involvement in the South China Sea region. This highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and disputes over influence in the area.philippinetimes.com · Philippines
POLITICSJul 14Japan raises concern over US campaign to dismantle International Criminal CourtJapan has expressed concern regarding a U.S. campaign aimed at dismantling the International Criminal Court. This issue highlights a divergence in international policy among key allies concerning global justice institutions.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSJul 14Japan watching 'with concern' U.S. campaign to disable ICCJapan is "watching closely with concern" a campaign by its close ally the United States to use diplomatic pressure to disable the International Criminal Court's ability to operate,…Japan Today
POLITICSJul 14Japan Tightens Social Media Rules For ElectionsThe new rules, approved by parliament on Monday and which will take effect in March, also forbid internet users and platforms from spreading fake or distorted information about candidates. The post Japan Tightens Social Media Rules For Elections appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSJul 14Japan is running out of royals . So why wont it let women become emperor ? Japan is facing a shortage of imperial heirs, sparking a debate about the country's refusal to allow women to ascend to the throne. This addresses a significant cultural and political succession issue.abc17news.com · United States
POLITICSJul 14Japan is running out of royals . So why wont it let women become emperor ? Japan is facing a dwindling number of royals, prompting a question about the restrictions on women ascending to the emperorship. This highlights an ongoing debate regarding imperial succession laws.us.cnn.com · United States
POLITICSJul 14Japan is running out of royals . So why wont it let women become emperor ? Japan is facing a dwindling number of imperial heirs, prompting questions about why women are not permitted to ascend to the Chrysanthemum Throne. This issue highlights a debate over tradition and future succession.kesq.com · United States
POLITICSJul 13Japan building new centralised intelligence agency with support from Western Allies : ReportJapan is reportedly establishing a new centralized intelligence agency with support from Western Allies. This development signifies a strengthening of Japan's national intelligence capabilities and international partnerships.2lt.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 13Japan says must better combat foreign spies on its soilbssnews.net · Bangladesh
POLITICSJul 13China claims governance in South China Sea never ceased ; summons Japanese envoy after 14 nations reaffirm 2016 arbitral rulinganinews.in · India
POLITICSJul 12China strongly deplores Japanese FM statement on South China SeaChina has strongly condemned a statement made by the Japanese Foreign Minister regarding the South China Sea.japanherald.com · Japan
POLITICSJul 12Prince Mired receives Saudi , Turkish , Japanese ambassadors at HCDSPrince Mired held meetings with the ambassadors from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Japan at HCDS. This represents routine diplomatic engagements between these nations.jordantimes.com · Jordan
POLITICSJul 10Worse Than Potato ? How Trump Islamic Republic of Japan Blunder Compares to History Biggest Political GaffesThis article compares a perceived blunder by Trump regarding 'Islamic Republic of Japan' to major political gaffes throughout history. It analyzes the significance of such political errors.ibtimes.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSJul 10Foreign workers feel the heat as Japan hardens nationalist stanceOn this week's edition of Access Asia, we bring you a report from Japan, where visa fees have been increased for foreign nationals applying for permanent residency. The government is also considering introducing a language requirement. While Japan needs foreign workers to help offset an ageing population and a declining birth rate, the nationalist government has continued to tighten its immigration policies.France 24 [en]
POLITICSJul 10Japan Katayama vows fiscal trust as ruling party tweaks economic blueprintJapan's Katayama promised fiscal reliability as the ruling party adjusted its economic plan. This signals potential changes in national economic policy and priorities.investinglive.com
POLITICSJul 10Taiwan slams Beijing for glorifying violence after attack on Japanese commentatorTaiwan has criticized Beijing for allegedly glorifying violence following an attack on a Japanese commentator. This indicates rising diplomatic tensions between Taiwan and Beijing regarding the incident.shanghaisun.com · China
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