18 Japanese governors see need for constitutional revision

A survey of Japanese governors revealed that 18 see a need for constitutional revision. Okinawa's governor disagreed, while 24 others, including those from Nagano, Hyogo, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki, gave noncommittal answers.

According to The Japan Times, a survey of governors across Japan found that 18 indicated a need for constitutional revision. The governor of Okinawa disagreed, while 24 others provided noncommittal responses.

Those giving unclear answers included leaders from Nagano, Hyogo, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki.

The poll highlights varying views among local government heads on the Constitution, potentially influencing national debates.

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South Korean parliament chamber with empty opposition seats and frustrated ruling party members after failed constitutional amendment vote.
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South Korean parliament fails to pass constitutional amendment bill

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A ruling party-led constitutional amendment bill failed to pass a parliamentary vote on May 7 after the main opposition party boycotted the session, falling short of the required quorum.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Sunday signaled her intention to pursue a revision of the constitution, stressing that the postwar supreme law should be periodically updated in accordance with the demands of the times. In a video message to revision proponents on Constitution Memorial Day, she vowed to explain potential amendments to the public and advance Diet discussions with other parties' cooperation. Meanwhile, rallies calling to keep the constitution intact were held nationwide.

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A Kyodo News poll shows Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approval dipping 0.3 points to 63.8% from March. Nearly half of respondents, 49.3%, deemed her response to oil supply disruptions from the Iran war insufficient, with disapproval rising to 26.0%. Public concern over the Middle East conflict has intensified.

Emperor Naruhito said on Thursday that he hopes for a solution on securing imperial family members that gains the understanding of the people. He spoke at a press conference at the Imperial Palace ahead of visits to the Netherlands and Belgium.

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President Lee Jae Myung said Friday that fundamental reform of the National Election Commission is needed, possibly through a constitutional amendment, following ballot shortages that disrupted the June 3 local elections.

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