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Democratic Party for the People
Japan’s Democratic Party for the People Mixes Momentum and Backlash
By Thisanka Siripala
The party’s first-ever seats in the Tokyo legislature come amid scrutiny over its leader’s remarks on gender and overall communication strategy.
Political Parties in Japan Rally Around Tax Cuts
By Jio Kamata
The new consensus reflects the overwhelming appeal of a consumption tax cut. Will the LDP join the chorus?
Can Ishiba Shigeru Fulfill His New Year’s Resolution?
By Jio Kamata
Japan's prime minister picked out three priorities for 2025. But with a minority government, he may be forced to follow the opposition's preferences.
Governing From Weakness: The LDP Under Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru
By Sheila A. Smith
Ishiba is in a far weaker political position than his immediate predecessors – and has far more international volatility to contend with.
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