August 28, 2026

Japan Press Weekly No. 3473

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/

IN THIS ISSUE

PM Takaichi should urge US gov't to withdraw sanctions against ICC president

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16443

Prime Minister Takaichi merely stated that the U.S. administration's decision to impose sanctions on ICC President Akane is "very unfortunate."

It appears that Japan has no intention of criticizing the sanctions or calling for their withdrawal.

Japan should ratify ILO Convention protecting platform workers without delay

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16444

The International Labor Conference, the ILO's highest decision-making body, in July adopted the Decent Work in the Platform Economy Convention (No.193), the first treaty that guarantees global labor standards for platform workers.

Labor Ministry's policy change that disregards 8-hour workday principle

unacceptable: Zenroren

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16445

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare announced a change to its uniform guidelines urging companies to cap monthly overtime at 45 hours or less.

This move appears to be in response to demands from the business community.

CONTENTS

POLITICS

Takaichi Cabinet has spent 855 million yen in 'secret funds' since its inauguration

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16446

Defense Ministry considering using US-made AI for SDF command and control functions

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16447

PM Takaichi makes no comment on whether she will call for withdrawal of US sanctions against ICC president

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16448

PM Takaichi should urge US gov't to withdraw sanctions against ICC president

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16443

SDF

Following SDF aircraft accident in Naha, JCP demands that Naha Airport be redesignated as civilian-only airport

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16449

LABOR

Denki-Joho Union stands up against OKI's profitable layoff plan https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16450

Labor Ministry's policy change that disregards 8-hour workday principle

unacceptable: Zenroren

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16445

Japan should ratify ILO Convention protecting platform workers without delay

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16444

SOCIAL ISSUE

Gov't should hurry to install ACs in school gyms that serve as shelters during disasters

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16451

Memorial held for ex-POWs in Siberia and Mongolia

https://www.japan-press.co.jp/modules/news/index.php?id=16452

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