Editorial

14:00 JST, January 27, 2026

How can Japan ensure its peace and security amid the current international turmoil?

Japan is facing a crucial moment, as its course and commitment to addressing these issues are being questioned. However, the recent inward-focused debate among leaders of the nation’s political parties was far from satisfactory.

Official campaigning for the House of Representatives election started today (Jan. 27). Ahead of this, a debate among leaders from various political parties was held at the Japan National Press Club.

A central pillar of each party’s pledges was reducing or abolishing the consumption tax.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said, “I would like to cut the tax within fiscal 2026,” following discussions by the National Council on Social Security System Reform, which is composed of representatives from the........

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