Abe’s attempt to increase use of foreign trainees will lead to further deterioration of their human rights

The Abe government intends to expand the use of the international training program. Lawyers and trade unions are expressing their concerns about the possibility of an increase in violation of foreign trainees’ human rights.

PM Abe hints at enabling SDF to enter combat zones

Prime Minister Abe Shinzo has hinted at reviewing the present two requirements that prohibit the Self-Defense Forces from using armed force and from entering combat zones when dispatched abroad.

Shii: Japan-DPRK agreement on abduction issue is significant

This is a significant step in resolving the abduction issue. The JCP demands that North Korea comply with the agreement, and hopes that the action by the two governments will lead to the realization of abductees return to their homes.