The opposition party “accountability at the Diet” the ruling party “voting the amendment to the referendum law”, November 18, 4:36
Regarding the “Cherry Blossom Viewing Party” hosted by the Prime Minister, the opposition party will continue to ask Prime Minister Abe to fulfill his accountability in the Diet. On the other hand, the ruling party is expected to continue discussions on the constitutional amendment, with the intention of voting for a proposal to amend the referendum law at an early date.
Over the “Cherry Blossom Viewing Party,” Prime Minister Abe explained last week that the reporters had a social gathering the night before and there was no income or expenditure from their offices, and there was no obligation to include them in the Political Funds Balance Report. did.
On the other hand, the opposition party will continue to ask Prime Minister Abe to fulfill his accountability in the budget committee, such as a criticism by the President of the Constitutional Democratic Party on May 17 that it is a "clear act of defeat."
On the other hand, the ruling party passed the bill seeking approval of the new trade agreement between Japan and the United States at the House of Representatives Congress on the 19th and the House of Councilors Meeting on the 20th, while the current session of the Diet is only three weeks away. The policy is to deliberate and aim for approval within the session.
Regarding the constitutional amendment, the Liberal Democratic Party wants to hold a constitutional review meeting of the House of Representatives on the 21st of this week to deliberate and vote on a proposal to amend the referendum law.
On the other hand, the Constitutional Democratic Party has not made any agreement asking for priority discussions regarding restrictions on TV advertisements associated with the referendum, and discussions are expected to continue.