Japan's Historic 2009 Elections : Implications for U.S. Interests

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Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service

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Profiles the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), including general background and policy platform. Examines DPJ position on U.S.-Japan relations; and considers implications for U.S. policy regarding A...

Profiles the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), including general background and policy platform. Examines DPJ position on U.S.-Japan relations; and considers implications for U.S. policy regarding Afghanistan, regional diplomacy, North Korea, climate change, nuclear issues, economic policy, and post-election prospects. Reviews implications of DPJ victory in Japanese elections on Aug. 30, 2009.

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