Despite problems such as the malapportionment of constituencies, hereditary parliamentarism and clientelist practices, Japan remains one of the most advanced and stable democracies in both East Asia and the industrialized world. There are no substantial problems with respect to fundamental civil rights, such as freedom of press, assembly and association, and the current government is noticeably less willing to challenge democratic standards than some previous governments.
In his capacity as Regional Coordinator Pacific, Professor Patrick Köllner coordinated the country reports on Australia, New Zealand, and Japan for the Sustainable Governance Indictors 2024 of the Bertelsmann Foundation, working with six country specialists based in four countries.
In his capacity as Regional Coordinator Pacific, Professor Patrick Köllner coordinated the country reports on Australia, New Zealand, and Japan for the Sustainable Governance Indictors 2024 of the Bertelsmann Foundation, working with six country specialists based in four countries.
