Monday, November 9, 2020

Japan proclaims Crown Prince Akishino as heir to throne

Japan formally proclaimed Crown Prince Akishino, the Emperor's younger brother, as the first in line as heir to the throne at a ceremony over the weekend. Under Japanese law, only males can inherit the throne - meaning Emperor Naruhito's only child, 18 year-old Princess Aiko, is ineligible. Debate over how to ensure a stable succession is expected to intensify. Grace Lee reports from Tokyo.


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