Key Facts
• June 12: Ishin’s Maehara addressed media on LDP’s Moriyama’s remarks.
• June 11: Maehara cited Moriyama’s statement during debate with PM Ishiba.
• Moriyama allegedly linked gas tax repeal to revisiting social security talks.
• Moriyama denied Maehara’s interpretation, claiming it misrepresented his intent.
• Maehara based his debate question on a memo from Secretary-General Iwaya.
• Maehara emphasized Ishin’s commitment to free education and lower insurance fees.
• Maehara acknowledged PM Ishiba’s sincere response during the debate.
Summary
Ishin’s co-leader, Seiji Maehara, addressed a dispute with LDP Secretary-General Tsuyoshi Moriyama over remarks on three-party social security reform talks. Maehara claimed Moriyama suggested revisiting the talks if the opposition jointly proposed repealing the gas tax. Moriyama refuted this, stating his intent was misrepresented. Maehara clarified his debate question was based on a memo from Ishin’s Secretary-General Iwaya. Despite the disagreement, Maehara reiterated Ishin’s focus on free education and reduced insurance fees, highlighting their alignment with the broader budget goals. He also noted Prime Minister Ishiba’s sincere engagement during their discussion.
