Thousands have gathered outside Tokyo’s parliament to protest against new legislation that would allow the military to deploy overseas, reports Malta Today.
Japanese forces. Image Credit: DVIDSHUB (Flickr)
The legislation has been passed by the lower house, and is expected to also be passed by the upper chamber.
The changes will mean Japanese troops can fight abroad for the first time since World War Two.
The Japanese constitution states that Japanese military cannot use force except in matters of self defense. But with this new reinterpretation, they can use force to defend allies under attack under “collective self-defense”.
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Tens of thousands of protestors have attended the protest, and are calling for the Japanese Prime Minister to step down.
The protests were led by students and youths who want to protect Japans pacifist constitution.
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