Unionized female reporters issue joint statement condemning sexual harassment

In the statement, they say they are determined to stand up to acts of sexual harassment, following the courageous victim’s act. They also call for efforts that go beyond gender differences to eliminate sexual harassment.

Shii at FCCJ speaks about JCP proposal for solving North Korea issue

Japanese Communist Party Chair Shii said, “The need now is for the Japanese government to change its policy and actively engage in the recent move toward a peaceful solution through dialogue.”

Abe accepts Trump’s demand for trade talks leading to FTA

Prime Minister Abe Shinzo and U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to set up a framework to discuss trade issues. This new framework is likely to become a “source” of further demands from major U.S. businesses.