JCP proposes to revise draft FY 2008 budget

The JCP made public a proposal for a drastic revision of the draft FY 2008 budget with the aim of reconstructing the Japanese economy by prioritizing people’s livelihoods and the household economy over large corporations.

Removal of U.S. bases, the only way to eliminate crimes by U.S. servicemen: JCP Akamine

Akamine stressed that there was no fault on the part of the 14-year-old girl raped by a U.S. Marine in Okinawa, and stated, “Because of the presence of U.S. bases, residents’ human rights are threatened.”

MSDF Aegis destroyer collides with fishing boat

“We will strongly urge the government to make the utmost effort to search for and rescue the missing persons, uncover the facts, and take preventive measures,” JCP Shii said.