Reinterpretation of Japan's constitution : the limit of Abe's ambitions
Author
Tseng, Henrick Z.
Date of Issue
2014School
S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract
Japan recently reinterpreted its Constitution to allow for collective defence with its allies. Notwithstanding Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's strong political position the subsequent protests ans decline in Mr Abe's approval rating will likely constrain his efforts to amend the limit placed by the Constitution.
Subject
DRNTU::Social sciences::Political science
Type
Commentary
Series/Journal Title
RSIS Commentaries, 160-14
Rights
Nanyang Technological University
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