Japan flag As Japan gears up for snap elections on October 27, the country finds itself at a critical juncture in its digital transformation journey. The government’s recent initiatives to bolster digital competition practices and enhance digital infrastructure have set the stage for a pivotal year ahead but challenges remain. Read on to learn about Japan’s digital policy landscape, with the key developments, potential obstacles, and future outlook for a nation that hopes to be on the brink of a digital revolution. 2024 Fall Policy Landscape: Key Issues to Monitor Around the World Insights from a recent webinar, hosted by FiscalNote Professional Services’ team of analysts, provide an outlook on critical global policy trends for the remainder of 2024. Read now Impacts of Recent Political Turmoil 2024 has emerged as a crucial and dynamic year for Japan. The government has embraced new policies to strengthen digital competition practices and undertaken initiatives to enhance national digital infrastructure. However, with the political crisis in September that led to an unexpected change in leadership , it is uncertain whether new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will advance his predecessor Kishida’s legacy or carve his own path in steering the country’s digital and technological […]