Japan's 1st war-contingency bills enacted

Japan's 1st war-contingency bills enacted

TOKYO, Japan - House of Councillors lawmakers applaud as the house enacts three war-contingency bills on June 6. It marked the first time Japan has enacted such legislation in the postwar era. (Kyodo)

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