Strike Two In Japan Security Lapse

William Pesek, Columnist, Nikkei Asia

18-Apr-23 07:30

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Over the weekend, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida escaped unhurt after an explosive device was thrown at him at a campaign event. The incident echoed the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe less than a year ago and raises questions about security concerns ahead of the G7 Summit. We discuss domestic reactions to the incident and political dynamics ahead of local elections with Tokyo-based journalist William Pesek.

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Categories: politics, international

Tags: japanese security, fumio kishida, japanese elections, shinzo abe, g7 summit,

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