LDP presidential hopefuls lay out priorities for PM in on-line debate

Regional revitalization, work-life stability and the clarification of the Self-Defense Forces’ place within the Constitution are among the many high priorities that contenders for the presidency of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party have outlined for Japan’s subsequent head of presidency.

During a web-based debate on Monday night, every of the 9 candidates was requested to stipulate a single high coverage for main Japan into the long run and selling the nation’s progress ought to they be elected LDP president, and, in virtually all certainty, develop into prime minister.

Digital minister Taro Kono, 61, expressed his concern in regards to the extreme overconcentration of individuals in Tokyo. He defined that when college students pursue greater schooling, they typically transfer to main metropolis areas, which exacerbates the problem.