Pacifist constitution reform at stake as Japan goes to polls 0 SHARES Share it! “If they lost it (the two-thirds majority), constitutional revision would be impossible,” said Steven Reed, an emeritus professor at Chuo University. Surveys show voters are divided over changing it, with opponents worried doing so would increase the risk of Japan getting entangled in US-led conflicts. The main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan was expected to increase its seats but remain dwarfed by the LDP. “I hope that the next ruling party and leaders will be able to take a solid look not only at Japan’s domestic issues but also how Japan works with neighboring countries,” said Noriko Yasuhara, 63.

Source: Manila Bulletin July 21, 2019 05:03 UTC