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In ‘Exceptionally Harsh Judgement’ From Japan’s Public, LDP Loses Its Majority

In ‘Exceptionally Harsh Judgement’ From Japan’s Public, LDP Loses Its Majority

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

Ex-Defense Minister Ishiba Shigeru Will Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister

Ex-Defense Minister Ishiba Shigeru Will Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister

By Mari Yamaguchi and Foster Klug
In his fifth attempt, Ishiba was chosen to lead Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
New LDP Leader, Same Old LDP 

New LDP Leader, Same Old LDP 

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

Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

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

Without Abe, Japan’s Conservatives Are at a Crossroads

Without Abe, Japan’s Conservatives Are at a Crossroads

By Jio Kamata
Throughout his political career, former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo was at the center of Japanese conservative politics. With him gone, how will the conservative movement go forward?

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Japan’s Ruling LDP Wins Outright Majority in General Election

Japan’s Ruling LDP Wins Outright Majority in General Election

By Thisanka Siripala
Japan’s new prime minister secured a comfortable win in the lower house election, with the opposition suffering a significant defeat.

Is Japan’s New LDP Leader a Victory for the Party Establishment or a Risk?

Is Japan’s New LDP Leader a Victory for the Party Establishment or a Risk?

By Thisanka Siripala
Kishida Fumio won the ruling party’s leadership election to become Japan’s next prime minister despite widespread public support for runner up Kono Taro.
Can a Cabinet Reshuffle Reverse Abe's Downward Spiral?

Can a Cabinet Reshuffle Reverse Abe's Downward Spiral?

By Mina Pollmann
The LDP takes another electoral hit as approval ratings continue to slide.

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