Bill to keep SDF in Iraq for 2 more years pushed through Lower House committee

JCP Akamine pointed out that the multinational forces’ occupation of Iraq which the ASDF is giving assistance to is running counter to Iraq’s reconstruction.

Constitutional revision procedure bill forcibly enacted

JCP Chair Shii said, “Our struggle has entered a crucial stage. In order to form the unshakable majority of the public in opposition to an adverse revision of the Constitution, we will make the utmost efforts.”

JCP Shii criticizes Abe for making an offering to Yasukuni Shrine

“The prime minister’s action amounts to a government affirmation of Yasukuni Shrine’s political and ideological position. This is a grave problem and I strongly protest,” said Shii.