Japan PM Takaichi Eyes Forgoing Yasukuni Visit for Anniv. of WWII End
The move would avoid fresh friction with China and South Korea as Takaichi prepares for a crowded autumn of summit diplomacy.
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Yasukuni's ghost: Japan's self-inflicted wound
On the 81st anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stopped short of visiting Yasukuni Shrine in person, instead laying flowers at Chidorigafuchi National Cemetery and attending the national war memorial
Japanese media reported that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is not expected to visit Yasukuni Shrine on the upcoming 15th, which marks Korea's Liberation Day and the anniversary of Japan's surrender. According to Kyodo News and Jiji Press on the 12th, Prime Minister Takaichi is coordinating to skip the visit to Yasukuni Shrine on the 15th. Kyodo News reported that if Prime Minister Takaichi were to visit Yasukuni Shrine, which is regarde…
Japan PM Takaichi eyes forgoing Yasukuni visit for anniv. of WWII end
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering refraining from visiting the war-linked Yasukuni shrine to mark Saturday's anniversary of the end of World War II, sources familiar with the matter said Wednesday.
(Tokyo=Yonhap News) Correspondent Cho Seong-mi = Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will not visit Yasukuni Shrine on the upcoming 15th, which is Korea's Liberation Day and the anniversary of Japan's surrender...
Prime Minister Takaichi is handling her first major cabinet reshuffle and LDP executive appointments. The need for internal party balance and her strong-arm leadership skills will be put to the test. We delve into the details of these crucial decisions that will shape the future of the administration.
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