Key Facts
• August 4: Democratic Party for the People (DPP) held training for 13 newly elected members.
• Training covered rules for research and public relations expenses and transparency.
• DPP’s seats quadrupled in the 2023 House of Representatives election.
• Over half of DPP’s 49 members are first-time lawmakers.
• April 2023: A DPP member faced suspension for a scandal, later leaving the party.
• DPP plans to implement a governance code and revise candidate selection processes.
• August 4: Sanseito gathered 160 new national and local lawmakers for training.
• Training included guidance on interacting with government officials and social media use.
• Sanseito faced controversies during the election, including remarks by leader Sohei Kamiyama.
• Kamiyama emphasized building a strong, responsible team post-election.
Summary
Following significant gains in recent elections, Japan’s Democratic Party for the People (DPP) and Sanseito are focusing on training new lawmakers to prevent scandals and maintain public trust. On August 4, the DPP trained 13 newly elected members on expense transparency and parliamentary procedures, addressing concerns over past controversies. With over half of its 49 members being first-time lawmakers, the DPP is also drafting a governance code and revising candidate selection processes. Similarly, Sanseito trained 160 new lawmakers on August 4, emphasizing interactions with government officials and social media management. Sanseito leader Sohei Kamiyama acknowledged the need for a stronger, more responsible team, moving beyond reliance on momentum. Both parties aim to solidify their positions while avoiding the pitfalls of rapid growth.
