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Japan Passes Law Banning National Flag Desecration
Japan's parliament has passed new legislation that bans the desecration of the national flag, a move that has drawn criticism but is seen as a nationalist push.
17 Jul, 07:00 — 17 Jul, 10:56
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NYTMostly Factual45d ago
Japan Passes New Law Banning Flag Desecration in Nationalist Push
The new law is part of a campaign by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a hard-line conservative, to build a more patriotic and assertive Japan. Critics say it undermines free speech.
By Javier C. Hernández
Read full article →Al JazeeraMostly Factual45d ago
Japan passes legislation banning violation of national flag
Critics claim latest element of PM Takaichi's conservative drive threatens free speech, invites political abuse.
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