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The Newsmakers: The Modern Monarchy

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Channel: TRT World · 2016 · News & Politics

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The world's oldest hereditary monarchy could be up against one of its toughest tests in decades. Japanese Emperor Akihito hinted this week that he may step down, if the government will allow him. Many view the 82-year-old leader as a powerful symbol of pacifism in the post World War II era. But despite his image, he has no political power, holding a largely symbolic title similar to many other monarchs across the world. It's raised questions of what role ceremonial monarchies still hold in the 21st century. Sandra Gathmann has more.

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