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PoliticsExpert hearing held on national flag desecration bill in Japan’s Upper House

Japan’s House of Councillors Cabinet Committee held an expert hearing on a bill that would punish acts of damaging the national flag. Some speakers supported the stated aim of protecting citizens’ feelings of respect for the flag. Others expressed concern that the measure could end up restricting political activities.

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NNHK News★★★☆☆2026-07-14 07:52Original

Expert hearing held on national flag desecration bill in Japan’s Upper House
Expert hearing held on national flag desecration bill in Japan’s Upper HousePolitics