Japan politics

Reiwa Shinsengumi’s rapid ascent marks a seismic shift in the progressive voting bloc in Japan. 

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.

It’s not just South Korea; all the U.S. allies along the first island chain are in a period of political turmoil. And China is hoping to benefit.

Ishiba is in a far weaker political position than his immediate predecessors – and has far more international volatility to contend with.

"Moving forward, the ruling and opposition parties must work together to reform and rebuild public trust, aiming for unity."

Prime Minister Ishiba, operating with a severely dented domestic power base, lacks decisive leadership at a time when Japan can ill afford it. 

Whatever the result of the coalition talks currently underway, the opposition parties have more veto power than they have enjoyed in over a decade.

Despite losing 69 seats, the LDP is still hoping to form a government through a new coalition.

After less than one week in office, Japan’s new prime minister has already sent Japan’s financial markets on a rollercoaster ride. 

The election of late Prime Minister Abe Shinzo’s long-time rival marks the end of an era in the LDP.

In his fifth attempt, Ishiba was chosen to lead Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party.

A record nine candidates have registered for the LDP’s leadership election.

The former environment minister is leading in the polls, despite being just 43 years old. What would his election mean for the LDP and Japan?

The LDP's attempt to get the public behind its presidential election ironically calls attention to the disconnect between party and people.

Kishida, who has suffered dwindling support ratings that have dipped below 20 percent, will not seek re-election as the ruling party’s president in September.

The upcoming LDP election will be a battle over policy and personality, and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and his predecessor, Suga Yoshihide, symbolize the LDP's internal divide.

An interview with the opposition party leader on the push for political reform and setbacks to the upcoming World Expo in his political stronghold.

Japan’s post Cold War foreign policy evolution stems from emerging threats abroad and political reforms at home. 

The Japanese leader missed his chance to hold a snap election and cement his power. Now his leadership of both party and country is in jeopardy.

Political parties clashed over political fundraising reform as lawmakers deliberate on proposals for varying levels of transparency and punishment.

A CDP government looks more likely than ever – even if it’s still a low-odds proposition. 

Sunday’s defeat marks a further setback for Kishida, who will seek reelection as his party’s leader in the fall.

As long as the factions’ influence on personnel affairs continues, factionalism will not disappear within the LDP.

Despite progress on key conservative priorities, the Japanese prime minister hasn’t been able to shake his liberal reputation.