Kohno Masaru, Professor, Waseda University Key points Abe ikkyo, the phenomenon that describes the political dominance of the former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, was supported by a low voter turnout rate Explanation is needed for why pressuring mobile phone companies to lower fees is compatible with the principle of regulatory reform The question of how to define getting COVID-19 “under control” is difficult The Suga Yoshihide government has been formed. At his first press conference as Prime Minister, Suga spoke frankly about his sense of responsibility to carry on the efforts of his predecessor Abe Shinzo who fell ill while leading the fight against the coronavirus, as well as his conviction and determination to strike a balance with economic revitalization even amid concern over growing infections. Suga was also praised for quickly announcing a set of concrete policy goals: lowering mobile phone ... ... [Read more]