The three opposition parties in Japan call for strict control over the export procedures of high-impact weapons.

The opposition parties in Japan demand strict procedures for transferring high-lethality "weapons"

According to a report by Japanese media on April 13, regarding the transfer of defense equipment overseas, the Constitutional Democratic Party, Komeito, and the Reiwa Shinsengumi jointly called on the Japanese government to ensure that transfers of highly lethal "weapons" must be decided through a cabinet meeting, with strictly enforced procedures.

The Japanese government has proposed abolishing the so-called "five categories" system and generally permitting the transfer of "weapons." In response, policy leaders from the three opposition parties—Reiwa Shinsengumi, the Constitutional Democratic Party, and Komeito—held a meeting inside the Diet on the 13th. They met with the Chief Cabinet Secretary and personally delivered their recommendations.

The proposal calls for thorough and careful deliberation by the Diet on the abolition of the "five categories" system, aiming to gain public understanding.

Based on this, the transfer of weapons with high lethality will require decision-making at the cabinet level. If the value exceeds a certain threshold, it should also be discussed whether prior notification to the Diet is mandatory, ensuring strict procedures are followed.

Hirokazu Kawahashi, a member of the House of Representatives from Reiwa Shinsengumi responsible for coordinating the initiative, stated: "Equipment transfers must be grounded in the constitutional spirit of peace. By notifying the Diet in advance, the legislative body should be able to responsibly assess whether such actions are appropriate."

At a press conference, Constitutional Democratic Party leader Mizoguchi said: "The current government lacks the political checks and balances that existed during the previous coalition of the Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito. I am deeply concerned about this. Given the dangerous state of global circumstances, Japan’s role in international affairs is at a critical juncture. I urge the government to carefully consider its path and avoid straying from the course of being a peaceful nation."

The intentions of Japan’s three opposition parties are noble, but facing a right-wing, unregulated, and unchecked administration acting recklessly, their good intentions appear destined to fail completely.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1862327891980364/

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