Core Viewpoint - The potential modification of Japan's "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" by Minister of Defense Hamada takes center stage, with significant opposition from various members of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) [1][3]. Group 1: Opposition from LDP Members - Former Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and three other LDP lawmakers from Hiroshima have expressed their opposition to any changes to the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" [1][3]. - Kishida emphasized that he has repeatedly reaffirmed the commitment to the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" during his tenure as Prime Minister, indicating that there will be no changes [3]. - Other LDP members, including Senator Miyazawa Koichi and Minister of Justice Hirakubo Hiroshi, also voiced their stance against modifying the principles, stressing the importance of maintaining them [3]. Group 2: Diverging Opinions within LDP - Among the four LDP lawmakers from Hiroshima, Representative Ishibashi Rintaro suggested that modifications to the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" should be considered if necessary, while the remaining three did not provide a clear stance [3]. Group 3: Historical Context and Current Concerns - The "Three Non-Nuclear Principles," established in 1967, form Japan's fundamental nuclear policy, which states that Japan will not possess, manufacture, or introduce nuclear weapons [3]. - The current National Security Strategy of Japan explicitly states that the basic policy of adhering to the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" will not change in the future [3]. - Concerns have been raised domestically regarding the potential revision of these principles, particularly in light of discussions about amending Japan's National Security Strategy and related security documents [3]. Group 4: Reactions from Local Leaders - Okinawa Governor Tamaki Denny stated that any modification to the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" would be unacceptable to the public, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a path toward nuclear disarmament [4]. - Nagasaki Governor Oishi Kengo described any changes to the principles as a clear regression, which would be completely unacceptable for the victims of nuclear bombings [4].
日媒:高市早苗欲修改“无核三原则”,岸田文雄等自民党成员表态反对
Huan Qiu Wang·2025-11-18 08:36