Yomiuri Shimbun faces protest from journalists opposing its intent to align with Osaka gov't ruled by ultra-hawkish political party

In protest against a comprehensive partnership agreement signed between The Yomiuri Shimbun Osaka and the Osaka prefectural government, a group of journalists published a statement to demand the immediate termination of the partnership agreement.

JCP Chair Shii comments on joint statement of 5 N-weapon states

JCP Chair Shii in his comment on the joint statement issued by the leaders of the five nuclear-weapon states said, "On the whole, they remain steadfast in continuing to possess nuclear weapons."

Japan and US in 2-plus-2 talks turn their back on peaceful resolution of conflicts

2-plus-2 documents released jointly by the Japanese and U.S. governments criticize China's acts in the East China Sea and South China Sea, making clear the two countries' stance of taking a military response.