LDP Factions
Kochikai
Mitsuo Horiuchi
In terms of policy, in the area of security, it has a dove-like tendencies while emphasizing the Japan-U.S. relationship. In the 2003 presidential election, the faction split into a pro-Koizumi faction led by Horiuchi and an anti-Koizumi faction led by former Secretary General Koga. In 2004 after a cold shoulder during a cabinet reshuffle, the faction became increasingly anti-Koizumi. It is more critical to Koizumi and more reformist and pro-Chinese. It is moderate on internal and foreign affairs but more conservative and critical to Mr. Koizumi but still moderately nationalist, and more successful than the section led by Kato. This faction historically has been the most prestigious faction, with many of its members drawn from the upper-ranks of the elite bureaucracy. Supported by the bureaucracy, white-collar workers, doctors, small merchants and small factory people. This faction led economic development from 1960 to 1988. They promote international cooperation with China and Korea, a government bond/Consumption Tax for National Medical care and National Banks which financially support small firms, as well as Free trade Policy.
Kochikai (Tanigaki faction)
Sadakazu Tanigaki
Founded in 1957, the Kōchikai was one of the oldest and largest factions of the LDP It split in 2000 after faction leader Kōichi Katō led a failed rebellion against Yoshirō Mori 's party and government leadership. The few remaining Katō followers then formed the smaller Kōchikai as the Katō faction. In 2002 Sadatoshi Ozato took over the presidency, followed in 2005 by Sadakazu Tanigaki. More moderate on internal and foreign affairs and in terms of nationalism than the Kochikai and Seiwa Seisaku Kenkyūkai factions.
Heisei Kenkyūkai
Yūji Tsushima
The faction is known for its strong stance on defense and Okinawa issues, as Ryutaro Hashimoto, a former member of the faction, was instrumental in the Futenma base relocation issue. Supported by local farmers, the construction industry, blue-collar workers, the defense industry, Japan Post workers, and discriminated village peoples. It is a Keynesian, right-liberal and pro-China faction.It has strong influence on bureaucrats. Ex-PM Hashimoto and the entire faction were hit with a scandal where the faction had apparently taken money from the Japan Dental Association. Hashimoto resigned as chairman of the faction in 2004 and retired from politics the following year. This faction led economic development from 1960 to 1988. They promote international cooperation with China and Korea, a Gasoline Tax, construction of Highways/Shinkansen (Bullet Train), and protection of small farmers, Japan Post workers and discriminated peoples. as prime minister.
Atarashii Nami
Toshihiro Nikai
From their website,
The national image we are aiming for is "dignified and strong Japan. "
The first of the key points is "Vitalizing Japan". Vitality is not only a source of welfare but also a premise of administrative reform. By maintaining the vitality of Japan together with the people while maintaining its position as an economic power, we will build Japan with a strong sense of dynamism.
Second, I want to be a "nation that is respected" by the countries of the world. We Japanese are trying to lose sight of the historical and traditional Japanese nationality in the vague sense of anxiety about the future. Based on the tradition and history of our country, we will fulfill our responsibilities in all fields such as world peace and culture, and aim to become a nation that is respected by the world.
The third is a "supporting society." As a mature democracy, we must build a truly prosperous society in which each and every one of us is independent, respects others, and cooperates and helps each other.
The policy group "New Wave" has now overcome the waves of Manri and has a frontier spirit like "Takusei" Benzyo Yoda, who once devoted his life to the development of the Tokachi Plain in Hokkaido. Inheriting the spirit of Yoda, we pledge to move forward with the aim of creating a "dignified and strong Japan."
First vibrant nation
The "new wave" will rebuild the "vibrant Japanese economy" based on the "economic growth strategy outline".
The Japanese economy has finally escaped from the "lost decade" and is on a steady economic growth trajectory. However, there are many challenges that must be overcome, such as the rapidly declining birthrate and aging population, intensifying international competition, huge budget deficits, and anxiety about the social security system.
For this reason, we will steadily implement measures based on the "Economic Growth Strategy Charter" such as the promotion of small and medium-sized enterprises, and realize economic growth of 2.2% or more in real terms over the next 10 years. As a result, per capita national income will increase by 30% in 10 years. In addition, each region will make the best use of its characteristics, and strategically promote the development of regional industries and the development of necessary social capital so that a rich national land can be formed as a whole . Furthermore, for the future of children, we will promote integrated revenue and expenditure reforms and rebuild our finances . Through these, we clearly promise to the people that there is a bright future for Japan beyond the reforms.
1 Economic policy
In order to realize affluent national life, stable social welfare, and fiscal consolidation, it is necessary to have an economic strategy that continues to develop in the face of headwinds such as a declining population, a drastic decrease in the youth labor force, and a tight energy supply and demand. To that end, we would like to promote an economic growth policy that focuses on strengthening growth potential and competitiveness. It is necessary for each citizen and each company and industry to increase their productivity. In other words, it is about improving the abilities of each and every citizen and creating a society where hard-working efforts are rewarded with evaluations and rewards. It is important for companies to make new efforts and to reform the economic system that leads to .
In particular, we will proactively implement industrial promotion measures including human resource measures (human resources nation) that are said to be "people are goods" including educational reform, science and technology policies that create innovation (science and technology nation), and tax reform. Promote. In particular, we will raise the evaluation and position of small and medium-sized enterprises that are the source of competitiveness, technical high schools that have trained human resources to support manufacturing, and technical colleges. A wide range of fields such as tourism, agriculture, forestry and fisheries, and commerce will also develop detailed industrial policies to play a part in economic growth. Furthermore, we will strategically develop social capital as a foundation to support economic growth and to improve international competitiveness, and actively develop a wide range of energy diplomacy for the stable supply of resource energy. At the same time, we will promote nuclear power generation, which is a clean energy source. Furthermore, a national movement to develop new energy and promote energy conservation will be launched.
(1) Strengthening growth potential
Aim for high economic growth by achieving a full-scale escape from deflation. Specifically, people (human resources), goods (production means), money (funds), tricks (technology / intellectual property), and chie (management power / utilization of various resources) listed in the "Economic Growth Strategy Charter" We will fully support measures to strengthen competitiveness in these five fields and rebuild a "strong Japanese economy."
In particular, in order to realize a "human resources nation," we will enhance practical education to cultivate the abilities required in the real world, build a system that allows individuals to choose various ways of living and working, and maximize their abilities, and young people. Promote global human resources exchange, promote employment of young people, and reuse the abilities of the elderly.
In addition, from the perspective of emphasizing innovation and strengthening the international competitiveness of the economy, we will steadily implement the "Third Science and Technology Basic Plan" (decided by the Cabinet on March 28, 2006) to become a science and technology nation. Aiming to realize a "world innovation center" based on the above. Therefore, we will promote research and market bidirectional approaches, strengthen industry-academia-government collaboration, develop cancer control technology, robots, and put next-generation automobiles, ultra-high-speed ships, and next-generation aircraft into practical use in land, sea, and air. Promote new innovation projects that give people dreams and confidence.
(2) WTO strengthens economic partnership in Asia
We aim to strengthen the open trade system so that Japan can become a vibrant nation.
Aiming to conclude the WTO Doha Round, which is currently suspended, as soon as possible, we will actively develop economic diplomacy to resume negotiations. At that time, the highest priority is to meet the expectations of many developing countries. Furthermore, we will promote efforts for APEC as a regional alliance. Taking advantage of "Asia's dynamism," we aim to expand high-quality Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs) that include investment rules and intellectual property protection across East Asia, including India and Australia. In addition, we will do our utmost to realize the East Asian OECD concept in order to build an international system with policy proposals and research and analysis functions related to trade, investment, industry, energy, environment, etc. in the Asian region. At the same time, we will further promote direct investment in Japan, and promote institutional infrastructure reform, public infrastructure development, and JETRO that will contribute to the development of Asia through economic cooperation.
(3) Realization of a 21st century intellectual property nation
Beyond a mere application powerhouse, we will build a 21st century-style intellectual property strategy and intellectual property powerhouse that organically combines patents, know-how, design, brands, contents, etc., and enhance the international competitiveness of Japanese companies. Strengthen.
For this reason, we will provide the world's highest level of rapid and accurate patent examination, realize a patent system, thoroughly implement measures against counterfeit products worldwide, and support human resource development in developing countries. In addition, small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan with various cheers and tricks will promote regional brand promotion and mutual support for patent acquisition by universities and small and medium-sized enterprises in order to utilize intellectual property as the core of regional revitalization. ..
(4) Promotion of small and medium-sized enterprises
SMEs are the supporters of the economy and employment in each region. In areas where economic recovery is delayed compared to large cities, based on the wisdom and motivation of small and medium-sized enterprises, domestic resources such as excellent technology, agriculture, forestry and fishery products, historical culture, etc. possessed by each area are utilized. We strongly support the creation of new businesses that can compete in the outside market.
In addition, through support for technological development and human resource development, we will further promote the competitiveness of manufacturing SMEs, which are the source of the strengths of Japan's manufacturing industry.
Based on the revision of the Three Town Development Laws, we will focus on supporting small and medium-sized retailers who are working to revitalize the central city area in order to promote the town development that is full of energy.
Furthermore, we will expand measures for supporting start-ups and ventures, and for the international expansion of SMEs into Asia. In addition, the tax system that will lead to the development of small and medium-sized enterprises will be strengthened, and the personal guarantee system related to financing of small and medium-sized enterprises will be reviewed. Realize policy-based financial reforms that truly benefit SMEs.
(5) Promotion of agriculture, forestry and fisheries
As global food demand is expected to be tight, in order to increase the potential of the agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry, the scale of management will be expanded centered on the development of ambitious management bodies, management will be shared, and diversification will be promoted. Strengthen the competitiveness of the agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry through diversification and compounding.
On the other hand, since small-scale part-time agriculture, forestry and fishermen support the production of local agriculture, forestry and fisheries including paddy field cultivation and the local community, we will strive to realize measures such as securing employment opportunities and improving village functions. In addition, we will strengthen the financial subsidy policy and mechanism to promote agriculture, forestry and fishery products and food exports by promoting branding of products through technological development and protection and utilization of intellectual property, appropriate management of fishery resources and promotion of fisheries to grow and grow. .. Through these things, we will shift from the defensive agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry to the courageous agriculture, forestry and fisheries industry that will take on international challenges.
(6) Promotion of strategic public works
We will conduct a comprehensive inspection of the national land, formulate a flexible national land plan based on the ideal state of the region under the declining population, and strategically promote public works projects. At that time, the ocean will be recognized as a national land resource, and the interests in the ocean and coastal areas will be secured, utilized and preserved from a new perspective.
Next-generation projects such as roads and harbors that contribute to the self-sustaining development of the region, urban regeneration, urban infrastructure development in the aging era, construction of safe areas in preparation for disasters such as tsunamis, earthquakes, and floods, and formation of beautiful landscapes. Create a land that can be inherited by. In addition to promoting Okinawa, special consideration will be given to the development of transportation facilities and living conditions comparable to those of the mainland, such as the construction of new airports on remote islands such as Ogasawara. Furthermore, from the perspective of international exchange, we will promote the enhancement of the functions of metropolitan hub airports and consider the ideal way of "Third Capital Area Airport".
In order to carry out these efficiently and intensively, we will review the single-year principle of the budget system.
(7) Strengthening international logistics
Rationalization and efficiency of transportation are indispensable elements for increasing Japan's economic growth. By 2010, at the Super Hub Port Project, we will reduce the port cost by 30% and the lead time by 50% by increasing the size of the port facilities, computerization, and full-opening 24 hours a day, and leapfrog the international competitiveness of the port. To improve. We will hurry to improve the functions of ports that will serve as gateways for Asia, improve the road network that connects directly to ports and airports, and build a unified logistics network in Japan and overseas. Furthermore, we will materialize high-speed maritime transportation by TSL, etc., and aim to semi-domesticize transportation with neighboring Asian countries. Aim to operate air freight transportation 24 hours a day.
(8) Resource Energy-Efficiency and stable supply of utilization
Amid intensifying international competition for resource energy and the need to respond to global warming issues, we will promote energy conservation measures and secure energy security based on the "New National Energy Strategy" (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) . And to solve the energy and environment in an integrated manner. From this point of view, we will actively work on nuclear power generation, increase the ratio of nuclear power generation to 40% or more in 2030 from about 30%, and steadily gain the understanding of local residents in the nuclear fuel cycle. Make progress.
Furthermore, while actively promoting the introduction of new energies such as bio-ethanols and fuel cells, the Japan Petroleum and Natural Gas Metals and Mineral Resources Organization (JOGMEC) will be strengthened to support and promote exploration and development projects of Japanese companies.
In addition, in order to widely recognize that Japan is a small energy country, deepen the understanding of new energy, and enlighten that energy saving has the same value as energy production, next-generation energy parks will be set up nationwide. Install about 10 places in.
2 Administrative and financial reform
We will revise the current state of public finance, which has postponed the burden on future generations, restore the balance between benefits and burdens between generations, and establish sustainable and sound finances. This is our responsibility to the children of the future . Administrative and financial reforms have not waited for young people to believe and have hope that Japan will continue to be a vibrant nation in the future. At that time, it is basic that the two wheels of the car are the increase in tax revenue and the integrated reform of expenditure and revenue according to the Economic Growth Strategy Charter.
For this reason, as stated in the "Basic Policy on Economic and Fiscal Management and Structural Reform 2006," the primary balance will be balanced in fiscal 2011, and the debt-to-GDP ratio will be reduced steadily thereafter. At that time, with regard to expenditures, waste and inefficiency of administration will be thoroughly eliminated through the national and local governments. In addition, with regard to revenue, based on the vow that it will not leave a mark on future generations, we will further deepen public discussions on the future of consumption tax, with a view to taxation for welfare purposes, applicable tax rate, introduction time, etc. It will be decided based on national agreement. At the same time, the tax system such as income tax and corporate tax will be reviewed from the viewpoint of responding to the declining birthrate and aging population and strengthening international competitiveness.
Second respected people
The policy group "New Wave" aims to become a "nation respected by the world".
Looking back on the history of the Japanese people, who have been highly acclaimed around the world, it is important to devote themselves to the "rich country strong soldiers" of the Meiji era and the "economic recovery and high growth" after the war. Was done. Japan must fulfill its mission as a country that fulfills its responsibilities for world peace and development, and as a country that has a strong presence in terms of culture, politics, environment, and economic cooperation . For this reason, we will return to the origins of nation-building human resources such as the Constitution and education, and clarify the way of life of Japanese people in the new era inside and outside the country.
(9) Amendment of the Constitution that asks what the country should be
A sincere political attitude that takes responsibility for the state of this country is what is required of politicians who are responsible for post-Koizumi, and it is the responsibility of each of us politicians.
The Liberal Democratic Party's first draft constitutional amendment still has room for clear discussions, including the preamble, the right of collective self-defense, the relationship between the public and the people, the relationship between the national and local governments, and the provisions related to the single-year budget principle. be. From this point of view, it is necessary to urgently proceed with internal discussions within the party and widely seek the intentions of the people. The purpose of the referendum bill will be limited to constitutional amendment and will be passed promptly.
(10) Education reform and promotion of culture and sports
At the next Diet session, we aim to enact a bill to revise the Fundamental Law of Education. In response to the enactment, the School Education Law, the Course of Study, and other laws and regulations will be revised, and new legislation will be used to drastically rebuild the educational content and system. Especially in school education, by emphasizing basic education and science education, we always aim to secure the world's top level academic ability and foster young people who are strong both physically and mentally. In addition, the teacher training system will be revised to improve the qualifications of teachers.
The "Agency for Cultural Affairs" will be reorganized and strengthened into the "Agency for Cultural Affairs" to inherit and develop culture and traditions, expand the base of national sports, and provide financial support to athletes who are active in the world .
(11) Promotion of security policy based on the Japan-US alliance
Based on the unwavering Japan-US alliance, we will build a crisis management system that can respond to the diversifying security environment, promote international cooperation, and fulfill our international responsibilities to create peace.
First, we will do our utmost to enact the Ministry of Defense promotion bill in the next Diet session.
We will establish defense capabilities that can respond to any situation, such as the launch of missiles by North Korea and the threat of international terrorist organizations, and ensure the true security of our country. To that end, we will strengthen diplomatic power, information gathering system and capacity, such as enhancing the necessary organizations.
Regarding human contributions to world peace, we will actively participate in the framework of collective security centered on the United Nations, take on international responsibilities and roles, and under strict civilian control, the right of collective self-defense. Can be exercised. In order to strengthen the Japan-US security system, we will steadily implement the necessary measures for the reorganization of the US military with the understanding of the people.
(12) Promotion of international contribution and peaceful diplomacy
Promote peaceful diplomacy through international cooperation and actively contribute to world peace and stability. In particular, in addition to actively implementing peacekeeping operations, humanitarian reconstruction assistance activities, and international emergency assistance activities for large-scale disasters, ODA (Official Development Assistance) is promoted mainly from the perspective of contributing to environmental measures and conflict prevention. do.
Japan also needs to play a role on the world stage with the trust and support of Asian countries. Recognizing that Japan is a member of Asian countries, we will deepen friendship and coexistence based on the relationships of trust we have built with Asian countries including ASEAN countries. Furthermore, regarding "differences in historical awareness" with China and South Korea, we will encourage research by specialized institutions, including third parties, deepen mutual understanding and trust, and strive to stabilize political relations with neighboring countries.
Diplomacy is international politics itself and cannot be dealt with by an administrative agency. The Liberal Democratic Party, which is the responsible ruling party, will establish the "Diplomatic Strategy Promotion Council" (tentative name) as an organization under the direct control of the Governor, and will promptly establish a system for formulating omnidirectional political, comprehensive, and medium- to long-term diplomatic strategies. This is an urgent issue.
(13) Realization of a tourism-oriented country
The Basic Law for Promotion of Tourism Nation was enacted at an early stage, and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism established the Japan Tourism Agency.
By establishing and unifying the promotion of tourism administration, we will strengthen the international competitiveness of the tourism industry and reach 10 million foreign tourists by 2010, and 40 million by 2030 (similar to Italy today). It aims to. We will expand the necessary support measures so that we can create a city that is integrated with the traditional culture of the area, the cityscape and the seaside landscape, and create a community.
In addition, in order to aim for a new leap in the tourism industry, we will re-discover the attractiveness of each region's industry, agriculture, natural environment, content materials, etc., which have not always been integrated with tourism promotion, and mobilize all of them. It is important to do. For this reason, we will support the united efforts of the region to improve the attractiveness of local tourism materials, such as new challenges for industrial tourism, agritourism, and ecotourism.
(14) Conservation of the global environment and establishment of the "Global Environment Council" at the United Nations
In order to prevent global warming, we will work on the development of environmental technology and improvement of the system, and every time there is an opportunity for superpowers such as "America", "China", "Brazil" and "India" to participate within the framework of the Kyoto Protocol. Continuing to request is also an important mission of our country. In addition, in order to raise public awareness of environmental issues affecting the atmosphere, the earth, lakes and marshes, and the ocean, we will promote the enhancement of environmental education and the 3Rs .
Japan has abundant environmental countermeasure technologies and know-how based on its track record of overcoming serious pollution problems. In the future, we will further enhance this, fully cooperate in solving global environmental problems such as global warming, and advocate and promote the establishment of the "Global Environment Council" in the United Nations. We will play a leading role in solving environmental problems.
(15) Realization of a content powerhouse
The content industry such as movies, animations, and games has a high economic ripple effect and is indispensable for transmitting the Japan brand to the world, and is an industry with infinite possibilities. We will actively support the international expansion of Japan's world-class content by holding the "International Content Carnival". In particular, we will strengthen international cooperation and cooperation, including Asian countries and Europe and the United States, which are advanced content countries, to expand the international content market, and promote international personnel exchanges and joint production.
In addition, we will enhance support for Internet distribution of content, contribute to the development of the content industry for the new leap of the Japanese economy, and aim for an international market of over 20 trillion yen in the next 10 years.
Third Supporting Society
The policy group "New Wave" aims to be a "society in which all people support each other."
Japan was an egalitarian society rarely seen in the world. The fruits of high economic miracle have been distributed relatively fairly due to the increase in worker income and the enhancement of welfare through public finance. Opportunities to challenge each other's dreams were also equal.
It is argued that structural reform may have brought about a "gap." Although not always statistically proven, it is also true that the number of people receiving livelihood protection is increasing and there is a gap between urban and rural areas in economic recovery. In addition, young people in the "employment ice age" are left behind as freeters. The social security system leaves concerns for the younger generation when looking at the relationship between benefits and burdens. It is necessary to build a system that supports each other in society as a whole, both in response to the declining birthrate and in ensuring safety related to daily life.
(16) Social security system reform
Regarding social security such as pensions, medical care, and long-term care, we will strive to maintain the sustainability of the system by giving consideration to ensuring the intergenerational balance of burdens and benefits and financial soundness, based on the principle of "self-help, mutual assistance, and public assistance." In particular, the postponement of the burden on future generations will be strictly suppressed.
We will secure stable financial resources such as consumption tax in response to the fact that the national treasury burden ratio of the basic pension will be raised to half by FY2009. In order to maintain the medical insurance system, we will review the medical fee system that provides appropriate medical services, correct long-term hospitalization, and foster the generic drug market. Regarding long-term care, we will strengthen long-term care prevention and strive to improve the community care system.
(17) 10-year plan for measures against "cancer" and "cardiovascular disease"
Of the total annual death toll of 1 million, 320,000 have died from "cancer" such as lung cancer and stomach cancer, and 300,000 have "cardiovascular disease", both of which are lifestyle-related diseases and national diseases. It's been a long time since I was told.
It is said that these affected people will continue to increase geometrically due to lifestyle changes and aging, and politics should take heavy responsibility to face these national challenges head-on.
For this reason, we will systematically and comprehensively work on promotion of research including clinical application research such as prevention, diagnosis, treatment method and development of medical equipment and improvement of quality of medical institutions, and "cancer measures" and "cardiovascular disease measures". And "Countermeasures against all lifestyle-related diseases" 10 -year plans must be formulated immediately. Of course, these should be reviewed in five years. Based on these achievements, we will do our utmost to halve lifestyle-related diseases in the next 10 years and build a society that enables lifelong design in the 90-year era of healthy longevity.
(18) Enhancement of measures against declining birthrate
There is no decisive factor in measures against the declining birthrate, and it is necessary to mobilize all means. While re-questioning the importance of connecting families and lives, we will double the child-rearing-related expenses in social security-related expenses, increase the budget for measures against the declining birthrate, and actively work on measures against the declining birthrate, such as expanding the child-rearing support tax system. In order to facilitate the advancement of women into society, we will enhance the system for returning to work after childbirth and childcare, and develop various daycare centers that correspond to the actual employment situation.
In order to solve the shortage of doctors in rural areas, especially in pediatrics and obstetrics, we will consider obliging medical graduates to engage in medical care in rural areas for a certain period of time and giving preferential treatment to doctors working in areas where there is a shortage of doctors.
(19) Building a society where you can always take on challenges
In order for our society and economy to maintain stability and increase vitality in the future, we will do our utmost to ensure equal opportunity and secure a social safety net so that all motivated people can take on challenges. Focus on it.
To that end, in the field of education, we will endeavor to support scholarships and expand low-interest loan systems so that children can receive the maximum education they desire, regardless of the financial situation of their parents . Therefore, we will thoroughly repay the scholarships we received. In addition, we will expand support for re -enrollment in universities and vocational schools for motivated working people to advance their careers .
In the labor field, we will review the new graduate recruitment system and provide balanced treatment between regular and non-regular employees to enable diverse work styles. We will expand employment support such as promoting support for returning to work after temporary leave of employment due to marriage or childbirth of women, and capacity development for freeter NEETs. In addition, the personal guarantee system related to SME financing will be reviewed, and a safety net will be established, such as the establishment and expansion of various financing methods for starting a business, and the establishment of consultation desks for various problems.
(20) Promotion of "food education" measures
Food is the source of human life and has a considerable influence on personality formation through the food culture of homes and regions. Based on this recognition, we will promote multifaceted "food education" measures at home, school, and local communities. We will ensure food safety and quality by strengthening the check system for imported foods and providing information on production history .
(21) Ensuring the safety of the people
In order to ensure the safety of people's lives and manage crises, such as crime countermeasures including terrorism, information security-measures, and disaster countermeasures, we will increase the number of security and disaster prevention related staff and strengthen their functions. In addition, we will strengthen the cooperation of "three houses on both sides" on a daily basis to enhance the mutual aid system for local residents in an emergency and the contact / rescue system in the event of a disaster. Furthermore, in order to prevent disasters, we will systematically carry out projects such as mountain restoration, hydraulic engineering, and coastal activities, and strengthen the system to protect the lives and property of the people from natural disasters under the public responsibility.
(22) Building a society that utilizes the vitality of the region
We will further promote the construction of systems and systems with administrative and financial power that allow each region to provide unique administrative services at its own discretion. Therefore, in the end, with a view to introducing a doshusei system, we will promote the merger of cities, towns and villages, and in the process, we will also make the merger and coalition of prefectures an option, drastically review the operations of the national and local governments, and include the local allocation tax. We will proceed with the examination of the ideal financial base. At the same time, we will revitalize the central city area, promote the realization of a compact city that is highly convenient for the elderly, and revitalize the local community through NPO activities.
Seiwa Seisaku Kenkyūkai
Yoshirō Mori
While pro-U.S. in tone, the faction is relatively hawkish, advocating an independent constitution and constitutional revision and actively seeking rearmament. During the Cold War, it had its own personal connections in the Republic of Korea and Republic of China (Taiwan) as a reflection of its anti-communist orientation. On the other hand, Takeo Fukuda, the founder, and, former Prime Minister of Japan as well as his son Yasuo Fukuda, were influential pro-China figures, concluding the Japan-China Peace and Friendship Treaty when Takeo was prime minister, even after his retirement from the prime minister's office, he held frequent informal talks with China, so he is not necessarily an anti-Chinese Communist faction. Generally hawkish, but also takes a doves' stance on economic policy. It is a pro-classical economics, nationalist (it includes many Japanese Neoconservatives) and conservative faction.. Supported by the Japan Business Federation, established bureaucracy, Japan War-Bereaved Families Association. This faction promotes decreasing taxes for high income taxpayers and large companies, maintaining a strong alliance with the United States, visits to Yasukuni Shrine in order to garner support from nationalist voters without any special interest payments, reforming the constitution to support a standing military, free trade for car exports, and gradual privatization of Japan Post.
Shisuikai
Bunmei Ibuki
In the dispute over the postal privatization initiated by Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, the Shisuikai lost some members who opposed the privatization, including the then faction leader Shizuka Kamei. Ibuki, the acting chairman who had voted in favor of the postal privatization bill, was nominated as the faction's next representative, but due to opposition within the faction, he has not been officially appointed. It has a hawkish flavor due to the influence of Masakuni Murakami, and was distinct from the pro-U.S. conservative Seiwa Seisaku Kenkyukai and the dove-leaning Koikekai. In the economy, many members of the House of Representatives opposed the no-sanctuary structural reforms promoted by Junichiro Koizumi in opposition to the vote on the privatization of the postal service. Ibuki, who was a former bureaucrat in the Ministry of Finance, has shown an emphasis on fiscal discipline. In national defense, foreign affairs, and domestic politics, after the Seiwa Kenkyukai split under the influence of Takeo Hiranuma, the number of supporters of constitutional reform, hard-liners against North Korea, and opponents of the Foreign Human Rights Defense Bill has increased, and the Buraku Liberation League has been gaining ground, with high participation in the Diet Members Caucus, which advocates against the Human Rights Defense Bill, and in the Roundtable Conference for the True Protection of Human Rights In agricultural policy, Shoichi Nakagawa and Toshikatsu Matsuoka switched from the traditional agricultural policy of protectionism to "aggressive agriculture" and "aggressive agriculture, forestry and fisheries" with reference to the measures taken by Shingo Mimura , the governor of Aomori Prefecture, to promote Economic partnership agreement. Kaoru Yosano was a fiscal reformer and the spearhead of the tax hike faction It is considered by many to be the most right-wing grouping among the major factions, though it is Keynesian and Right liberal in general and pro-international cooperation.
Kinmirai Seiji Kenkyūkai
Taku Yamasaki
When the faction was first formed, it was enthusiastic about constitutional reform, and in the past, all faction members have published books on constitutional reform and policies. Moderate in general, conservative and aggressive with China and North Korea on Foreign Issues.