Prime Minister Shinzo Abe released a speech on January 1st, 2016  - a list of accomplishments - just as many have done before him. On January 4th, the Diet opened and he delivered a speech to them, too, and well. But then The Press came along, and Abe began repeating himself. What's with the bizarre Press performance, and does it speak to what's to come?

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe released a speech on January 1st, 2016 - a list of accomplishments - just as many have done before him. On January 4th, the Diet opened and he delivered a speech to them, too, and well. But then The Press came along, and Abe began repeating himself. What's with the bizarre Press performance, and does it speak to what's to come?

PM Abe's Starts 2016... Without Writers | Tokyo on Fire

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Featuring distinguished guests ranging from ambassadors to international executives, Tokyo on Fire delves into burning issues at the intersection of politics business in Japan. Join host Timothy Langley and Michael Cucek, as they bridge the gap between Japan and the rest of the world. Make sure to subscribe for the latest insights on public affairs in Japan!

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