Minister Shinjiro Koizumi criticizes constitutional lawmaker's remarks regarding the Self-Defense Forces; party also takes strict precautions
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16/06/2026
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Defense Minister Koizumi: ``I can't stay silent'' Remarks regarding the Constitutional and Koga Self-Defense Forces
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“Wealthy children are not worth the Self-Defense Forces.” Exchange between Ritsumeikan member Chikage Koga and Minister of Defense Koizumi <Full text>
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Minister of Defense Koizumi: ``As a minister, I cannot remain silent. The soldiers and their families are being hurt.'' He once again criticizes the constitutional lawmaker's remark that ``rich children will not become part of the Self-Defense Forces.'' (FNN Prime Online (Fuji TV))
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