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Japan’s far-right party courts Trump allies, vows not to get ‘wacky’
Sanseito seeks to increase its parliamentary seats by aligning with global conservative figures and leveraging nationalist sentiment, aiming for 30 to 40 seats in upcoming elections.
- Japan's far-right Sanseito party, led by Sohei Kamiya, has entered mainstream politics after a successful July election, gaining 15 seats in the Upper House by appealing to voters angry over rising living costs and immigration concerns.
- Sanseito now leads as Japan's most popular opposition party, following the Liberal Democratic Party's loss of majority power, and aims to gain 30 to 40 seats in the next Lower House election.
- The Sanseito party has launched an international division to connect with allies of former U.S. President Donald Trump and European far-right figures, aiming to enhance its credibility and challenge Japan's traditional political norms.
- Despite its growing influence, Sanseito faces challenges, as Japanese voters are divided on its anti-immigration stance, with concerns about extremism disrupting Japan's consensus politics.
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The nationalist party Sanseito is gaining more and more influence in Japan. With its criticism of globalization and liberal values, the party is hitting the nerve of many Japanese who yearn for stability and traditional values.
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Japan’s Far-Right Sanseito Party Seeks Global Allies to Reshape Politics
Japan’s far-right Sanseito party, once a fringe movement fueled by pandemic-era conspiracy theories, is moving into the political mainstream. The party, led by Sohei Kamiya, gained momentum in a July election by capitalizing on voter anger over rising living costs and immigration. Its campaign rhetoric warned of a “silent invasion” by foreigners, echoing themes common […] The post Japan’s Far-Right Sanseito Party Seeks Global Allies to Reshape P…
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