Key Facts
• August 26: Yuichiro Tamaki and Katsuya Shinba appeared on Nippon Broadcasting’s radio show.
• Shinba praised Sansei Party’s rise, calling them a “good rival.”
• Joint poll (August 23-24): Liberal Democratic Party leads with 22.2% support.
• Sansei Party at 9.9%, surpassing Democratic Party for the People (9.3%).
• Shinba emphasized learning from Sansei Party’s efforts and research.
• Shinba highlighted concerns over foreign ownership of Japanese real estate.
• Tamaki criticized the Liberal Democratic Party for delaying an extraordinary Diet session.
• Tamaki reaffirmed commitment to policies like the Spy Prevention Law and foreign land acquisition regulations.
• Other priorities include abolishing the gasoline tax surcharge and raising the income cap.
• Tamaki stressed proactive legislative efforts in upcoming sessions.
Summary
Yuichiro Tamaki and Katsuya Shinba of the Democratic Party for the People discussed political priorities during a live radio appearance on August 26. Shinba acknowledged the Sansei Party as a “good rival,” noting their significant efforts and rising support, which surpassed his party in recent polls. He also addressed concerns over foreign ownership of Japanese real estate, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing Japanese interests. Tamaki criticized the Liberal Democratic Party for delaying an extraordinary Diet session and highlighted key policy goals, including the Spy Prevention Law, foreign land acquisition regulations, and economic reforms. Both leaders stressed the need for proactive legislative action to address pressing national issues.
