Society where elderly people are discarded has no hope

The ruling parties and several opposition parties are calling for more cutbacks in social security benefits for the elderly, claiming that the burden of social services is disproportionately placed on the working-age generations.

Each party’s position on ‘nuclear deterrence’ one of focuses in general election

Nihon Hidankyo was awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize. However, the Japanese government and major political parties, except the Japanese Communist Party, continue to adhere to the U.S. “nuclear deterrence” policy.

Why does PM Ishiba oppose a ban on political donations from companies?

PM Ishiba opposes a ban on political donations from corporations and other interest groups because the income of his fund-management body and an LDP constituency chapter headed by Ishiba from corporate donations accounted for 60% of the total.