A conservative group of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) lawmakers has submitted a proposal to the government regarding stable imperial succession, suggesting amendments to the Imperial House Law to allow for adoption of male descendants from former imperial families or sons-in-law of female imperial members.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has drafted a proposal to consider effective measures, including penalties for businesses that fail to comply with requests for investigations and information regarding harm caused by AI-generated fake images and videos.

A former co-leader of the CRA stated that several moderate conservative members of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) were open to cooperation for a broad political realignment.

North Macedonia's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is celebrating its 29th anniversary, reaffirming its commitment to act as a corrective force against corruption and captured institutions.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is pushing for a Lower House panel to discuss reducing the number of parliamentary seats, a key policy for its coalition partner.

Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Kihara stated that Self-Defense Forces members singing the national anthem at a Liberal Democratic Party convention does not violate the SDF law restricting political activities. However, he acknowledged that it could lead to political misunderstanding and should be reflected upon.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has approved a government proposal to revise defense equipment transfer principles, making it possible to transfer lethal weapons overseas.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has adopted its 2026 policies, which include a controversial push for constitutional revision despite domestic opposition.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai propose establishing a drafting committee for constitutional revision, while the Centrist Reform Alliance also aims to deepen discussions on the matter.

Discussions within Japan's Liberal Democratic Party regarding the review of the retrial system continue, with the government's proposed approach facing both support and opposition, making it difficult to reach a consensus.

In Japan's House of Councillors, the Liberal Democratic Party proposed a vote on the current fiscal year's budget bill for April 7, but the Constitutional Democratic Party countered that deliberations were insufficient and plans to consult with other opposition parties.

Japan's opposition Democratic Party for the People is considering a change in strategy after its influence waned following the Liberal Democratic Party's landslide victory in the February Lower House election.

Following a boat capsizing accident off Henoko, Okinawa, which resulted in the deaths of a high school student and the captain, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) held a meeting where members demanded clarification of responsibility. The Ministry of Education plans to issue a nationwide notice to ensure safety in off-campus activities.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is divided over a proposal by the Japan Innovation Party (JIP) to criminalize the desecration of the national flag, with some members supporting the bill while others express concerns over freedom of expression.

The Japanese government plans to submit a bill to parliament in April to revise the retrial system. Discussions are expected to be active, particularly regarding a strong push from some Liberal Democratic Party members to prohibit prosecutors from appealing decisions to start retrials.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party policy chief, Kobayashi, has proposed the creation of a new law, rather than amending existing ones, to punish acts that damage the Japanese national flag, including provisions for penalties.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has drafted a new vision for its 70th anniversary, highlighting its commitment to constitutional reform and economic growth in a period of significant global change.

The budget cleared the Lower House, where the Liberal Democratic Party's ruling bloc has a supermajority, but the path through the Upper House is much less certain.

Vlad Filat, chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party of Moldova (PLDM), has not ruled out participating in upcoming elections, including presidential ones, stating his decision will depend on political calculations.

Liberal Democratic Party member Ryota Takeda told members of the group that exchanges between Japanese and South Korean lawmakers have helped sustain bilateral ties.

Following snap elections on February 8, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leader Sanaye Takaiči was re-elected as Prime Minister, signaling a decisive moment for the country's domestic and foreign policy with her intent to strengthen defense capabilities.

A House of Representatives committee in Japan was unable to convene because its chairman, Hiroaki Saito of the Liberal Democratic Party, was late for a preceding board meeting. The explanation of a bill to make high school tuition free has been postponed.

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in North Macedonia called for zero tolerance on femicide, emphasizing that inaction has consequences and delays can cost lives, citing recent tragic deaths.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party aims for the swift approval of the new fiscal year budget bill, citing economic measures, while the Democratic Party for the People calls for careful deliberation after forming a provisional budget.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Ishin Party have confirmed a policy to allow the establishment of multiple 'sub-capitals' to drive economic growth alongside Tokyo, and are expediting the drafting of a related bill.

A bill to establish a new 'Disaster Prevention Agency' in Japan, intended as the command center for disaster countermeasures, has been approved by a Liberal Democratic Party meeting and is expected to be submitted to the Diet in early March.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has supported a proposal to ease weapons exports, drawing backlash and expert warnings that it could serve as a pretext for military intervention and expansion.

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi defended the distribution of catalog gifts to Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) members after the recent general election, stating in the House of Councillors that there are no legal issues.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) security research commission is set to propose allowing the transfer of lethal defense equipment overseas, with the proposal expected to be submitted to the government in early March after internal party procedures.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured a historic election victory, with Takaichi now aiming to transform Japan's military and enhance its geopolitical influence.

An expert suggests that Japan's foreign policy attention will increasingly shift towards Asia and Oceania, following the Liberal Democratic Party's recent electoral victory.

The Liberal Democratic Party's Policy Research Council Chairman, Kobayashi, expressed the party's commitment to working together for the early passage of the new fiscal year budget, emphasizing its importance for protecting national life.

Japanese Prime Minister Takachi is preparing to announce a policy in her administrative speech to expedite the submission of tax-related bills, aiming to implement the Liberal Democratic Party's pledge to eliminate consumption tax on food items for two years.

Regarding the recent House of Representatives election, Prime Minister Takaichi stated that it was an opportunity to ask the public about policy shifts such as "responsible proactive fiscal policy," fundamental strengthening of security policy, and enhancement of the government's intelligence functions. Among these, "responsible proactive fiscal policy" is an economic and fiscal policy that aims for active investment while considering fiscal sustainability, and the Liberal Democratic Party's manifesto outlines three principles for it.

The president of Sabah's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has called on the federal government to demonstrate stronger commitment to implementing the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and provide more funds to the state.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party has largely finalized a proposal for economic security, advocating for a resilient industrial structure in times of emergency and strengthened cooperation with like-minded nations.

Members of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party in the House of Councillors have established a parliamentary league to promote constitutional reform, focusing on issues like explicitly mentioning the Self-Defense Forces and resolving "gappei" (combined electoral districts). They plan to hold public dialogue sessions to advance their agenda.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Japan Innovation Party (JIP) are discussing a proposed 10% cut in Lower House seats, with the JIP advocating for a reduction of 45 proportional representation seats.

Regarding the revision of the retrial system, the government presented an amendment bill at a Liberal Democratic Party meeting in response to opposition from within the ruling party. Attendees expressed mixed opinions on the amendment regarding the prosecutor's appeal against the decision to commence a retrial, and the party requested the government to consider whether further action is possible.

The Japanese government plans to present a revised proposal to the Liberal Democratic Party on the retrial system, suggesting that courts should strive to complete proceedings within one year if prosecutors appeal a retrial decision. However, strong opposition within the party advocating for a ban on such appeals is expected to lead to parallel discussions.

An NHK public opinion poll for April shows the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) with a support rate of 38.2%, while 32.8% of respondents reported no party affiliation.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party has drafted a proposal to review labor standards office guidance that uniformly requests overtime work to be within 45 hours per month, aiming to create a more flexible working environment under special labor-management agreements.

A working group within Japan's Liberal Democratic Party confirmed progress on a bill to penalize acts of damaging the Japanese flag, with the understanding that it must not infringe upon constitutionally guaranteed freedom of expression.

The Japanese government has proposed a plan to allow the transfer of 'weapons' overseas, effectively abolishing the existing 'five types' restriction on defense equipment exports, and presented it at a Liberal Democratic Party meeting.

A political debate in Japan concerning intelligence gathering could potentially affect Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's administration, despite the Liberal Democratic Party not expecting major obstacles.

Many members of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) are opposing a retrial system reform bill, arguing that prosecutor appeals should be banned as they impede relief for wrongful convictions.

The House of Councillors' parliamentary affairs chiefs from Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Constitutional Democratic Party have agreed to hold an intensive deliberation on the current fiscal year's budget on April 6, requesting the presence of Prime Minister Takachi.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Japan Innovation Party (JIP) have reached an agreement to remove the special ward requirement for the secondary capital. This decision broadens the eligibility for the role beyond just Osaka Prefecture.

Arimura, the General Council Chairperson of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, has emphasized the party's commitment to reforming the Imperial House Law and enacting legislation to penalize acts of flag desecration, following their recent election victory.

Prosecutors have sought a 1.5 million yen fine for former House of Councillors member Yasumasa Ohno, who was indicted for failing to declare party income kickbacks from the Liberal Democratic Party's Abe faction, citing significant harm to political funding law.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has finalized a draft action plan for the year, stating its goal to create and submit a constitutional amendment draft to the parliament.

The Secretary-General of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party, Suzuki, emphasized the importance of passing the new fiscal year's budget bill within the current fiscal year. He stated that its timely approval is crucial for economic measures and responses to public life affected by the situation in Iran.

Japan's new fiscal year budget bill, totaling a record 122 trillion yen, has been passed by the House of Representatives with majority support from the Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai, and sent to the House of Councillors.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is preparing to compile recommendations for the government on securing and stably supplying energy, in response to rising crude oil futures prices due to escalating tensions in Iran.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is seeking cooperation from parties like the Democratic Party for the People to ensure the new fiscal year's budget bill passes within the current fiscal year, especially in the House of Councillors where the ruling coalition lacks a majority.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai have proposed abolishing current restrictions on defense equipment exports, allowing the transfer of lethal weapons overseas. The government is expected to revise guidelines based on this proposal.

Regarding social security system reform, a bill revision to the Health Insurance Act and other related laws, which includes adding a portion of the price of "OTC-like drugs" (drugs with similar ingredients and effects to over-the-counter drugs) to the patient's self-burden, and reflecting financial income in the insurance premiums and co-payments for medical and long-term care for people aged 75 and over, has been approved by a Liberal Democratic Party subcommittee.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Tax Affairs Chairman Onodera emphasized securing funds for a consumption tax reduction by reviewing special tax measures, rather than relying on deficit bond issuance.

Japanese Premier Sanae Takaichi is facing controversy over a 'gift-gate' scandal, where over 300 Liberal Democratic Party members received catalogs to order items, described as a reward for election success.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is advocating for the lifting of the ban on exports of lethal weapons.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was under pressure on Wednesday after it emerged she gave congratulatory gift catalogues to lawmakers from her ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following its landslide election victory this month. Each of her party’s 315 MPs was given the option to choose an item from the catalogue “as an expression of appreciation for their success at this very tough election”, Takaichi wrote in a social media post, saying that no taxpayer money was used. The...

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party's security research council has approved a proposal that would, in principle, allow the transfer of lethal defense equipment overseas.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda stated that Sanae Takaichi, a Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker, made no specific requests during their meeting.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is considering implementing mandatory reporting requirements for foreign agents as part of broader counterintelligence efforts.

The recent general election in Japan resulted in a historic landslide victory for the Liberal Democratic Party. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called the snap election in a bid to strengthen her majority in the House of Representatives, the powerful lower house of the Diet. The landslide gave the LDP 316 out of 465 seats, giving the LDP a two-thirds supermajority in its own right for the first time in history. This allows the party to override an upper-house veto of a bill. The Japan Innovation P

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is reportedly considering appointing Furukawa, the current election strategy committee chairman, as the new chairman of the House of Representatives Constitution Review Committee, aiming to accelerate constitutional reform discussions after their recent election victory.

Executives from Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Nippon Ishin no Kai (Ishin) have met and agreed to accelerate deliberations on the new fiscal year's budget bill to ensure its early passage.

Regarding constitutional reform, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) aims to accelerate discussions in the House of Representatives' Constitutional Review Committee, focusing on the establishment of an emergency clause, which they believe has a high chance of gaining support from some opposition parties. Meanwhile, the Centrist Reform Alliance argues that the nature of emergency sessions in the House of Councillors should also be considered.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party's Security Research Council has compiled a review of security-related documents, proposing an "asymmetric defense capability" centered on AI, drones, and stand-off defense to counter numerically superior adversaries.

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Justice Ministry in Japan are at an impasse over how to revise the country's retrial system, particularly regarding prosecutors' right to appeal.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai are accelerating their review of constitutional amendment proposals, including emergency clauses, in line with Prime Minister Takaichi's intentions. The House of Representatives Constitutional Review Committee plans intensive discussions on emergency provisions starting next week.

The Liberal Democratic Party's Growth Strategy Headquarters has proposed to Prime Minister Takaichi a review of the uniform guidance on overtime work, aiming for more flexible working environments.

An editorial highlights that Japan's dominant Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is currently facing a significant test of its moral responsibility.

The Liberal Democratic Party's acting secretary-general, Koichi Hagiuda, stated that efforts are needed to organize constitutional amendment articles and build consensus within approximately one year, with an aim to cooperate with opposition parties favorable to amendment.

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in Japan has released a new vision document asserting that constitutional revision is 'critically needed' to create a constitution reflecting the nation's aspirations.

Regarding the proposal to eliminate consumption tax on food items, the Liberal Democratic Party's Policy Research Council Chairman, Kobayashi, indicated the need to consider ways to shorten the time required for cash register system modifications, in response to concerns from businesses about early implementation.

Executives from Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Nippon Ishin no Kai (Japan Innovation Party) met to confirm their commitment to steadily advance important legislation, including a bill to establish a National Intelligence Agency.

Takatoshi Nishiwaki, an independent candidate, has secured a third term as the Governor of Kyoto. His re-election was supported by the Liberal Democratic Party, among other political groups.

In response to the situation in Iran, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party held a joint meeting where members called for ensuring a stable supply of oil products and fuel, and providing information to the public.

Members of Parliament from VMRO-DPMNE and the Liberal Democratic Party have initiated an oversight hearing on domestic violence, scheduled to take place within two weeks.

A working team from Japan's Liberal Democratic Party held its first meeting to discuss a bill that would penalize acts of damaging the national flag, with opinions divided on balancing it with freedom of expression.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is expediting its review of a bill to penalize acts of damaging the national flag, with the aim of submitting the legislation to the current Diet session.

The sister of Iwao Hakamada, who was acquitted in a retrial, attended a Liberal Democratic Party meeting and argued that the government's proposed review of the retrial system is insufficient, advocating for a ban on prosecutors appealing retrial decisions.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai are seriously considering a bill to penalize acts of damaging the national flag, focusing on the scope of acts, penalties, and freedom of expression.

Japan's new fiscal year budget bill has passed the House of Representatives with support from the Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin no Kai, moving to the House of Councillors for further debate. The government and ruling parties aim to secure its passage within the fiscal year, considering opposition demands for thorough deliberation.

Former members of Japan's disbanded Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) factions have been holding informal meetings following the party's significant victory in the Feb. 8 Lower House election, raising questions about a potential comeback.

A March NHK poll shows support ratings for various political parties, with the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) at 33.6%, the Centrist Party at 6.2%, and the Democratic Party for the People at 4.1%.

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party and Nippon Ishin proposed to Prime Minister Kishida to abolish the 'five principles' and allow the transfer of 'weapons' overseas, with the government aiming to revise operational guidelines as early as April.

Following significant gains in the recent general election, Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is seeing increased activity among its former factional units, with a series of meetings aimed at strengthening ties among members.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and Nippon Ishin no Kai (Japan Innovation Party) have confirmed their intention to accelerate discussions on the schedule for approving the new fiscal year's budget bill within the current fiscal year.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has approved a plan aimed at bolstering the country's intelligence capabilities.

Both the Liberal Democratic Party and its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, have said that Japan’s current capabilities are inadequate.

During a House of Representatives plenary session, Prime Minister Takaichi addressed questions regarding the Liberal Democratic Party's pledge to eliminate consumption tax on food for two years, suggesting a cross-party 'National Council' to decide on the implementation period.

A ruling Liberal Democratic Party panel in Japan has approved a proposal to ease restrictions on the export of defense equipment, moving the country closer to allowing lethal weapon transfers.

The Japanese House of Representatives Budget Committee is expected to begin deliberations on the new fiscal year budget on February 26, following an agreement between the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the centrist reform coalition.

The Economist has identified a woman as the 'most powerful in the world,' noting the long-standing dominance of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in the country's politics.

The Liberal Democratic Party's policy chief, Kobayashi, stated there is no intention to exclude specific parties from a cross-party council discussing consumption tax reductions.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party is considering revising the five categories that limit the transfer of defense equipment overseas, potentially allowing the National Security Council to decide on transfers of lethal weapons.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party held a training session for over 60 newly elected House of Representatives members, where Secretary-General Suzuki urged them to remember humility and be careful with their statements and actions, given the public's scrutiny after their significant increase in seats.

Japan's special Diet session convenes with the ruling Liberal Democratic Party aiming to accelerate deliberations on the new fiscal year's budget, while opposition parties advocate for a more thorough process.