Shinzo Abe hopes to realize the nationalists' long-time dream of repealing the post-war constitution imposed by American occupying forces.
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Taking advantage of tensions with North Korea, the Prime Minister announced his plan to bring about constitutional reform by 2020. Two years ago, a law permitting the country to send troops abroad incited the Japanese to take to the streets for months.
Tensions with North Korea allowed Shinzo to advance his military agenda. The Japanese (...)
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