Reporters Without Borders noted that 'the principles of media freedom and pluralism are generally respected' in the country.

Japan placed 66th in the 2025 press freedom rankings announced by Reporters Without Borders on Friday, the lowest among the Group of Seven major countries.

  • logicbomb@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    4 days ago

    In the last election, the LDP lost 68 seats for a total of 191 seats where 233 seats are needed for a majority, meaning it at least needs to make a coalition.

    The CDP, which is described as center-left gained 52 seats for a total of 148 seats, and is the second largest party.

    • wewbull@feddit.ukEnglish
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      1 day ago

      Yes, it was a big shift relative to what they’re used to, but the fact that even then the LDP is still the largest party must have been soul crushing for some.