Japonia modifică legea succesiunii imperiale, dar menține interdicția privind ascensiunea femeilor la tron

Japan's parliament has amended the Imperial House Law to address a demographic crisis, yet maintains the male-only succession rule. The changes allow male adoption from former imperial branches and enable princesses to retain their status after marrying commoners. Despite public support for a female emperor, the ruling coalition faced criticism for not fully addressing gender equality. The current emperor has only three male heirs, raising concerns about the future of the imperial line. Critics argue that the new measures reinforce patriarchal views and place undue pressure on male members to produce heirs.