Japan election
Japan election platforms show split on amending pacifist constitution
Pro-amendment lawmakers forecast to reach 2/3 threshold, but divided on details
Record 33% ratio of women on ballots seen as just a 'start'
Ruling party struggles to win over more 20- and 30-somethings ahead of July election
As upper house poll looms, Japanese PM attempts to soften price rises
Kishida's economic, defense plans in focus as Ukraine war fuels inflation
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National security also on campaign platforms for upper house election
Prime minister to hold news conference later in day to lay out plans
Rising paper, gasoline prices likely to push campaign costs to new highs
President-elect vows to 'rebuild' U.S. alliance, take tougher lines on China and North
Lightweight U.S.-made weapon game changer in unconventional warfare
Ruling party still lacks traction among women and voters in big cities
Motegi appointed as ruling LDP's secretary-general after Amari resignation
Experts call for changes in voting system to improve female representation
Edano criticized for joining forces with Communist Party
U.S. welcomes continuity, but hopes for burden sharing rise
Motegi will leave diplomatic post to replace Amari in key LDP job
Awkward switch comes after heavyweight lost in his single-seat district
Constitutional Democrats to lose seats, Nippon Ishin no Kai gains
PM Kishida says the ruling camp has 'secured a public mandate'
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