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According to an Asahi Shimbun report, meetings between Abe, then-Policy Research Council Chairman Fumio Hagiuda, former Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, and the Unification Church's leadership occurred in the LDP's President’s Room in late June 2013. In response to inquiries about these claims, Kishida affirmed that his prior statements on the issue remain unchanged, asserting that no new information warrants further discussion at this time.
Among the candidates, only one has prominently pledged to pursue a "nuclear-free society," a commitment reflecting the party’s platform. This pledge is rooted in lessons learned from the Democratic Party’s handling of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011. The CDP’s platform underscores its dedication to phasing out nuclear energy and transitioning to alternative energy sources as a priority.
This election comes at a critical juncture for the CDP, which faces the task of navigating complex discussions on opposition party cooperation and political reform. These issues are expected to dominate the upcoming debates, as the party seeks to position itself effectively ahead of the next House of Representatives election.
Following their meeting in the Diet, Ozawa emphasized the need for opposition parties to unite to effect a change in government.