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With snap elections and sniping at the opposition, Abe eliminated any possible challenge. Without a viable opposition, some pursue extreme measures to bring about change.

The new Japanese prime minister will find it a challenge to unite his divided party while also winning the confidence of an increasingly skeptical electorate.

In addition to issues like constitutional reform, social questions like disabled and LGBT rights are also in the spotlight.

Abe’s potential constitutional revision is likely to be underwhelming for the JSDF.

Don't dismiss the upcoming LDP elections as a done deal. Here are five things to pay attention to as the election approaches.

Despite his scandals, Abe is well-positioned win the LDP's presidential election this fall.

Controversy has surrounded Japanese Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso ever since he entered politics.

Tokyo continues to made inroads in building up its capabilities as it confronts regional security threats.

Despite the attention to domestic scandals, the fatal blow to the Japanese premier’s prospects may come from Tokyo’s closest foreign ally.

Does the Tokyo governor's new party galvanize Japan's opposition?

A snap election may be political expedient for Abe, but do Japanese taxpayers need to pay for another election now?