The parliament has enacted a new bill to regulate election campaign posters, prompted by chaos during the 2024 Tokyo gubernatorial election. The ruling and opposition parties are working together to prevent future disruptions in the upcoming Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly and House of Councilors elections.
The parliament has recently passed a bill aimed at ensuring respect and decency in campaign posters during elections. This initiative is a response to the chaotic atmosphere that plagued the 2024 Tokyo gubernatorial election, which featured numerous inappropriate campaign materials.
In a rare instance of cooperation, the ruling and opposition parties have united to support amendments to the public offices election law. This collaborative effort seeks to mitigate similar disruptions in upcoming elections, specifically the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly election scheduled for June and the House of Councilors vote slated for this summer.
The passage of the new election law illustrates a crucial attempt to restore order in election campaigns and foster cooperation between political parties. Given the backdrop of recent electoral chaos, it is essential that these measures are implemented effectively to ensure a fair and orderly electoral process in future elections.
Original Source: www.japantimes.co.jp
