Political parties’ campaign pledges on foreign, security policies

LDP

Take the lead in applying stronger pressure on North Korea

Enhance missile defense, including the introduction of Aegis Ashore

Party of Hope

Build foreign policy and security systems based on realism

Prioritize coexistence with Asia-Pacific nations, including China and the ROK

Komeito

Accumulate accomplishments in the proper implementation of the security laws

JCP

Work toward a peaceful solution of the North Korea issue through dialogue

CDPJ

Enact territorial policing law and beef up law on contingencies in Japan’s vicinity within the bounds of the Constitution

Nippon Ishin

Set stricter requirements for the exercise of the right to collective self-defense

SDP

Limit the budget and activities of the SDF to a “strictly defensive” level

Party for Japanese Kokoro

Acquire the capability to attack enemy bases