Ruling, opposition camps start discussion on emperor abdication law

Ruling, opposition camps start discussion on emperor abdication law

Representatives of both the ruling and opposition parties in the Diet hold a meeting in Tokyo on Jan. 19, 2017, to exchange views on how to go ahead with discussions over legislation to enable Emperor Akihito to abdicate. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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