Japan spokesman urges "reflection" over anthem by SDF member at LDP event

Japan's top government spokesman said Wednesday that while the ruling party's decision to have a Self-Defense Forces member sing the national anthem at its recent convention was not illegal, it should be "reflected upon" for causing misunderstanding.The Liberal Democratic Party's decision to have a Ground Self-Defense Force member sing the national anthem in uniform at its annual conference on Sunday has drawn criticism from opposition parties for potentially breaching legal limits on members' political activities to maintain neutrality.Speaking in parliament, chief Cabinet secretary and LD…READ FULL ARTICLE