Partido Democrático Liberal

• The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is a conservative political party in Japan that has been a dominant force in the country's politics since its formation in 1955. The LDP was established through a merger of two conservative parties, the Liberal Party and the Democratic Party, with the aim of countering the socialist and communist parties during the Cold War era. Since then, it has governed Japan for the majority of the post-war period, either alone or as the leading party in a coalition government.
  
  The LDP's values and policies are rooted in conservatism, with a strong emphasis on maintaining social stability, economic growth, and the preservation of traditional Japanese cultural values. The party advocates for a free market economy, while also supporting measures to protect domestic industries and promote economic development. It has been instrumental in implementing policies that have driven Japan's rapid economic growth, transforming it into one of the world's leading economies.
  
  On the international stage, the LDP has pursued a pro-American foreign policy, emphasizing the Japan-U.S. security alliance as a cornerstone of Japan's defense strategy. This is in line with its stance on national security, where the party supports a strong Self-Defense Forces (SDF) while adhering to Japan's pacifist constitution, which renounces war as a sovereign right and the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes.
  
  The LDP also places a significant focus on social stability, advocating for policies that support family values and community cohesion. However, it has been criticized for being less progressive on issues such as gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights compared to some other developed countries.
  
  In recent years, the LDP has faced challenges related to Japan's aging population, declining birthrate, and the need for structural reforms in both the economy and social security system. The party's approach to addressing these challenges continues to evolve, but its core values of promoting economic growth, social stability, and a strong national defense remain central to its policy platform.

Ideologias:

• Nacionalismo japonês, Conservadorismo nacional, Conservadorismo social, Conservadorismo liberal, Liberalismo econômico, Populismo de direita, Neoconservatismo japonês, Grande tenda

Políticas:

• Veja a lista completa das 110 políticas para o Partido Democrático Liberal

Website oficial:

• http://www.jimin.jp/english/