Japan passes law criminalising desecration of the national flag
Japan's parliament has enacted a controversial law that introduces criminal penalties for publicly desecrating the national flag. The measure was passed on Friday and is being presented by supporters as a correction to what they describe as a legal imbalance. Critics, however, say the wording could be used to restrict political expression.Under the new law, people who publicly damage, remove or defile the flag in a way that causes others "extreme discomfort or disgust" can face up to two years in prison or a fine of up to 200,000 yen, or about $1,250. The legislation also covers acts such as... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jul 2026 12:30 LONDON
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