Alternatively, harakiri: Japan

Article Abstract:

Japanese prime minister Kiichi Miyazawa's political fortunes could depend on his role at the Group of 7 summit. He desperately wants to get Russia to return the four northern islands they seized at the end of the second World War. This would be seen as an enormous accomplishment by the Japanese.

International aspects, International relations, International economic relations, Miyazawa, Kiichi, Kuril Islands

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Enter Nakasone: Japan

Article Abstract:

Former prime minister Nakasone is favored to become the new power behind the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan. As leader of the party, Nakasone will have the power to make and unmake prime ministers. He will fill the position left vacant by the disgraced Shin Kanemaru.

Officials and employees, Liberal Democratic Party (Japan), Nakasone, Yasuhiro

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What's left? Japan

Article Abstract:

Hirotaka Akamatsu is leading reforms which make Japan's Social Democrats less left wing and more likely to win votes. The party will announce a new platform in May, 1993, and may even pursue formation of a coalition with other opposition groups.

Social Democratic Federation (Japan)

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