Editorial

15:45 JST, April 18, 2025

The free trade system is on the verge of collapse. The war in Ukraine and conflicts in the Middle East show no signs of ending, and the security environment surrounding Japan also is deteriorating.

In light of the situation, which can be described as a national crisis, it is important for the leaders of political parties to discuss Japan’s course and national image from a broader perspective. The ruling and opposition parties should be aware of the aim in Diet reform and implement their agreement without fail.

The House of Representatives’ council on Diet reform has compiled a reform proposal that focuses on holding debates between the prime minister and party leaders each month from April through June. The council plans to consider extending the debate time, which is now usually 45 minutes starting at 3 p.m., and reviewing the running of the debates, with possible changes to include........

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