Constitutional revision discussion The outlook remains unclear January 3, 4:57
Regarding the constitutional amendment, the Liberal Democratic Party intends to pass a referendum law amendment at the ordinary parliament convened this month and proceed with discussions on concrete constitutional amendment, but there is no prospect of agreement with the opposition side, and the future is still It is an uncertain situation.
Last month, Prime Minister Abe said that the constitutional amendment was "it's not an easy path, but I'd like to do it myself". He expressed his strong willingness to achieve his term as LDP governor until September next year. Was.
The Liberal Democratic Party hopes to pass the referendum law amendment, which is under continuous deliberation, at the ordinary parliament scheduled to be convened on this month, and to discuss specific amendments.
However, Mr. Yamaguchi of the Komeito party, which is forming a coalition, has stated that he has taken a cautious stance, stating that "constitutional revision is not a high priority in public opinion and that a calm response is necessary."
In addition, the Constitutional Democratic Party and other parties will continue to call for discussions on restrictions on television advertising accompanying the referendum, and there is no prospect that the ruling and opposition parties will come to terms, and the outlook remains uncertain.