Japan new PM to seek fresh mandate to handle virus, economy
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan new PM to seek fresh mandate to handle virus, economy

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Newly elected Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said he will dissolve the lower house next week in preparation for Oct. 31 elections as he seeks a fresh mandate to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, the sagging economy and security threats from China and North Korea. “In order to take large-scale COVID-19 measures, I need to get the people’s mandate,” Kishida said, adding that he will pass up attending G-20 and COP-26 climate meetings in-person. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, who is former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s younger brother, were retained, ensuring continuity of Japan’s diplomacy and security policies as the country seeks to closely work with Washington under the bilateral security pact in the face of China’s rise and growing tensions in the region, including around Taiwan. Kishida created a new Cabinet post aimed at tackling the economic dimensions of Japan’s national security, appointing 46-year-old Takayuki Kobayashi, who is relatively new to parliament.

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Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to step down as party leader in September
4 months, 1 week ago

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to step down as party leader in September

ABC  

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced he will not seek re-election for leader of the ruling party. Support ratings dwindled amid corruption scandal Mr Kishida has long battled low approval ratings, with one poll showing an approval rating of 15.5 per cent in July. Japanese prosecutors make their first arrest on Sunday in connection with a major political slush …

Japan PM Fumio Kishida's support declines as country sees rising Covid cases
2 years, 4 months ago

Japan PM Fumio Kishida's support declines as country sees rising Covid cases

Hindustan Times  

Support for Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s government slipped in two major polls as the country battles record Covid cases but the approval rate still remained at some of the highest levels that any premier has seen in years. Fumio Kishida, Japan Prime Minister Approval for Kishida’s cabinet fell 2 percentage points to 58% in a poll by the Nikkei …

Kishida reelected Japan’s PM in parliamentary vote
3 years, 1 month ago

Kishida reelected Japan’s PM in parliamentary vote

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Fumio Kishida, reelected as Japan’s prime minister on Wednesday after his governing party scored a major victory in key parliamentary elections, said the coronavirus remains the country’s most urgent issue and pledged to take steps to mend the pandemic-battered economy. A key policy expert from his party faction, former Education Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi, was appointed as the new …

Fumio Kishida reelected Japan's Prime Minister in parliamentary vote
3 years, 1 month ago

Fumio Kishida reelected Japan's Prime Minister in parliamentary vote

India TV News  

Fumio Kishida was reelected as Japan’s prime minister on Wednesday after his governing party scored a major victory in key parliamentary elections. The better-than-expected election results may give Kishida’s government more power and time to work on campaign promises, including COVID-19 control, economic revitalization and strengthening Japan’s defense capability. A key policy expert from his party faction, former Education Minister …

Japan election: PM Kishida’s coalition keeps comfortable majority despite losing some seats
3 years, 1 month ago

Japan election: PM Kishida’s coalition keeps comfortable majority despite losing some seats

India TV News  

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s coalition kept a comfortable majority in Sunday’s parliamentary election despite losing some seats as his weeks-old government grapples with a coronavirus-battered economy and regional security challenges. “The lower house election is about choosing a leadership,” Kishida said late Sunday after his ruling coalition secured the majority. “I believe we received a mandate from the voters.” …

Japan's Parliament elects former diplomat Fumio Kishida as new Prime Minister
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan's Parliament elects former diplomat Fumio Kishida as new Prime Minister

India TV News  

Japan’s parliament on Monday elected Fumio Kishida as the new prime minister, who will tasked with quickly tackling the pandemic and security challenges before an imminent national election. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi are to be retained, ensuring continuity of Japan’s diplomacy and security policies as the country seeks to closely work with Washington under the …

Kishida elected as Japan’s PM, calls election for October 31
3 years, 2 months ago

Kishida elected as Japan’s PM, calls election for October 31

Al Jazeera  

Japan’s new prime minister, Fumio Kishida, has called a parliamentary election for October 31 and promised to bolster the country’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, shortly after being formally confirmed by lawmakers in the top job. Kishida, a 64-year-old former foreign minister with an image as a consensus builder, earlier on Monday unveiled a cabinet lineup dominated by allies of …

Japan PM-designate Fumio Kishida sets sights on wage hikes to fuel growth
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan PM-designate Fumio Kishida sets sights on wage hikes to fuel growth

Firstpost  

Topping Kishida’s to-do list is another big dose of government spending to help Japan recover from the COVID-19 shock Mito, Japan: Fumio Kishida, the man soon to become Japan’s prime minister, says he believes raising incomes is the only way to get the world’s third-largest economy growing again. “I would like to take economic measures to raise the incomes of …

Ex-diplomat Kishida wins Japan party vote, to become new PM
3 years, 2 months ago

Ex-diplomat Kishida wins Japan party vote, to become new PM

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Former Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida won the governing party’s leadership election on Wednesday and is set to become the next prime minister, facing the tasks of reviving a pandemic-hit economy and ensuring a strong alliance with Washington to counter growing regional security risks. On the economy, Kishida has called for a “new capitalism” of growth and distribution …

Japan’s ex-top diplomat Fumio Kishida to become new Prime Minister
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan’s ex-top diplomat Fumio Kishida to become new Prime Minister

India TV News  

Japan's former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida won the governing party leadership election on Wednesday and is set to become the next prime minister, facing the imminent task of addressing a pandemic-hit economy and ensuring a strong alliance with Washington to counter growing regional security risks. Kishida replaces outgoing party leader Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, who is stepping down after serving …

Japan’s former foreign minister Fumio Kishida wins election, set to become next prime minister
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan’s former foreign minister Fumio Kishida wins election, set to become next prime minister

Firstpost  

The new prime minister will have to deal with crucial tasks such as addressing a pandemic-hit economy and ensuring a strong alliance with Washington amid growing regional security risks Tokyo: Japan’s former foreign minister Fumio Kishida has won the governing party leadership election and is set to become the next prime minister. Kishida replaces outgoing party leader Prime Minister Yoshihide …

Japan’s former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida wins party vote, to become new Prime Minister
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan’s former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida wins party vote, to become new Prime Minister

The Hindu  

Japan’s former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida won the governing party leadership election on Wednesday and is set to become the next Prime Minister facing the imminent task of addressing a pandemic-hit economy and ensuring a strong alliance with Washington to counter growing regional security risks. Mr. Kishida replaces outgoing party leader Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, who is stepping down after …

Japan’s ruling party picks Fumio Kishida as leader, set to be next prime minister
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan’s ruling party picks Fumio Kishida as leader, set to be next prime minister

Hindustan Times  

Fumio Kishida is set to become Japan’s prime minister after the ex-foreign minister overcame popular reformer, Taro Kono, to win the leadership of the country’s ruling party. Kishida, 64, was expected to be appointed Monday to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, putting him in charge of the world’s third-largest economy as it seeks to rebound from a virus emergency. …

Who will be Japan's next prime minister?
3 years, 2 months ago

Who will be Japan's next prime minister?

Hindustan Times  

Japan's minister for vaccines and reform, Taro Kono, is way ahead of his rivals for the job as head of the country's ruling Liberal Democratic Party when party members and its elected politicians vote on Wednesday, according to opinion polls. Support of party members In contrast, former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida had 22% of rank-and-file party members on his side, …

Japan’s next PM must work quickly on virus, economy, China
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan’s next PM must work quickly on virus, economy, China

Associated Press  

TOKYO — The stakes are high as Japanese governing party members vote Wednesday for four candidates seeking to replace Yoshihide Suga as prime minister. Takaichi, with the crucial backing of Suga’s predecessor, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, whose conservative vision and revisionist stance she supports, has risen fast, while Noda’s chances are fading. “Prime Minister Suga obviously had a problem …

Fumio Kishida to become Japan’s next PM after LDP leadership vote
3 years, 2 months ago

Fumio Kishida to become Japan’s next PM after LDP leadership vote

Al Jazeera  

Former foreign minister wins LDP leadership race and is set to become Japan’s next prime minister. Japan’s former Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida has won the ruling party’s leadership election, virtually ensuring that he will become the country’s next prime minister. As the new leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, Kishida is certain to be elected the next prime minister on …

Japan's next PM must work quickly on virus, economy, China
3 years, 2 months ago

Japan's next PM must work quickly on virus, economy, China

The Hindu  

The stakes are high as Japanese governing party members vote on Wednesday for four candidates seeking to replace Yoshihide Suga as prime minister. Ms. Takaichi, with the crucial backing of Mr. Suga's predecessor, former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, whose conservative vision and revisionist stance she supports, has risen fast, while Ms. Noda’s chances are fading. Mr. Abe’s backing of Ms. …

Japan governing party begins race to pick Suga successor
3 years, 3 months ago

Japan governing party begins race to pick Suga successor

Associated Press  

TOKYO — The race is on for the next Japanese prime minister. On foreign policy, Kono, who has served as foreign and defense ministers, said Japan and the international community should resolutely address Chinese attempts to change the status quo in the region and “let China know it has to pay a certain cost if it violates international rules.” He …

Japan yearns for charisma as race to replace Suga heats up
3 years, 3 months ago

Japan yearns for charisma as race to replace Suga heats up

Al Jazeera  

Vaccine tsar Taro Kono is popular with the public, but might not get the support he needs from the ruling party’s local members. Given the pronounced sense of malaise surrounding the LDP’s main rival, the Constitutional Democratic Party, it is likely that whoever replaces Suga will also go on to win the election. “However, we should also acknowledge,” Ida added, …

Vaccine chief Kono popular favorite to become Japan’s leader
3 years, 3 months ago

Vaccine chief Kono popular favorite to become Japan’s leader

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan’s outspoken Cabinet minister in charge of vaccinations, Taro Kono, has the most popular support to become the country’s next leader, according to opinion polls released Monday, as potential candidates jockey to replace outgoing Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. A telephone survey conducted on Sept. 4-5 and released Monday by Japan’s Kyodo News agency showed nearly 32% of the …

Suga bows out of party vote, paves way for new Japan leader
3 years, 3 months ago

Suga bows out of party vote, paves way for new Japan leader

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Amid growing criticism of his handling of the pandemic, Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said Friday he won’t run for the leadership of the governing party later this month, paving the way for a new Japanese leader after just a year in office. “I have decided not to run for the party leadership elections, as I would like to …

Japan’s Prime Minister Suga to drop out of party election
3 years, 3 months ago

Japan’s Prime Minister Suga to drop out of party election

Al Jazeera  

Japanese leader saw his support ratings sink below 30 percent as the nation struggles with its worst wave of COVID-19 cases. Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga has announced that he will not run in a ruling Liberal Democratic Party leadership race later this month, setting the stage for his replacement after just one year in office. Suga, 72, who took …

Japan virus outbreaks, scandals sap public support for Suga
3 years, 11 months ago

Japan virus outbreaks, scandals sap public support for Suga

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga came to office on a wave of popularity, pledging to combat the coronavirus and fix Japan’s languishing economy. On Monday, the Nikkei financial newspaper said its latest survey found approval ratings for Suga’s government had sunk more than 30 points to 42% from 74% in late September. Experts, including COVID task force chief Shigeru …

Yoshihide Suga Formally Elected As Japan's New Prime Minister, To Succeed Abe As Nation's First New Leader In 8 Years
4 years, 3 months ago

Yoshihide Suga Formally Elected As Japan's New Prime Minister, To Succeed Abe As Nation's First New Leader In 8 Years

ABP News  

Yoshihide Suga has been elected as the new Japanese Prime Minister in parliamentary vote. Last month, Abe who was Japan's longest-serving prime minister, announced that he was stepping down because of health problems. ALSO READ| Dry Trees 'Just Explode', President Trump Blames California For US Wildfire As per the Washington Post, Suga comes from a humble background. He was one …

Japan's Parliament Picks Suga To Succeed Abe As Prime Minister
4 years, 3 months ago

Japan's Parliament Picks Suga To Succeed Abe As Prime Minister

NPR  

Japan's Parliament Picks Suga To Succeed Abe As Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, 71, was voted in as the country's next leader. Suga was outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's right-hand man, and is generally seen as an uncharismatic technocrat. This follows the sudden resignation of Japan's longest serving prime minister, Shinzo Abe, who says he resigned due to poor health. KUHN: …

Japan Ruling Party Head Yoshihide Suga Preparing Cabinet, Continuity in Foreground
4 years, 3 months ago

Japan Ruling Party Head Yoshihide Suga Preparing Cabinet, Continuity in Foreground

News 18  

Japanese ruling party head Yoshihide Suga, in line to become the next prime minister, appeared set on Tuesday to continue his predecessor’s policies by keeping key cabinet ministers and party officials in their posts, as he had promised. Suga, long a loyal aide and chief cabinet secretary under outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, on Monday won a landslide victory to …

Yoshihide Suga: Shinzo Abe ally set to become Japan’s new prime minister after winning party leadership election
4 years, 3 months ago

Yoshihide Suga: Shinzo Abe ally set to become Japan’s new prime minister after winning party leadership election

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Yoshihide Suga is set to …

After Victory In LDP Election, Yoshihide Suga Set To Replace Shinzo Abe As Japan's Prime Minister
4 years, 3 months ago

After Victory In LDP Election, Yoshihide Suga Set To Replace Shinzo Abe As Japan's Prime Minister

ABP News  

Suga remained in controversy due to the suggestion regarding another rise in consumption tax could be needed; previous increases under Abe twice led to the economy to contract. Also Read: Bangladesh Eases Restrictions On Domestic Flights; To Carry Passengers In All Seats After COVID-19 Situation Becomes Less Intense Yoshihide Suga has been Abe's right-hand man for nearly eight years who …

Yoshihide Suga wins party vote for Japan prime minister, to succeed Shinzo Abe
4 years, 3 months ago

Yoshihide Suga wins party vote for Japan prime minister, to succeed Shinzo Abe

India TV News  

Yoshihide Suga was elected as the new head of Japan’s ruling party on Monday, virtually guaranteeing him parliamentary election as the country’s next prime minister. Suga received 377 votes in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party election to pick a successor to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who announced last month that he would resign due to health problems. The victory by …

Will do whatever it takes to revive Covid-hit Japanese economy: PM candidate Suga
4 years, 3 months ago

Will do whatever it takes to revive Covid-hit Japanese economy: PM candidate Suga

India Today  

Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga, widely expected to become prime minister next week, said on Saturday he will consider topping up payouts to households and companies to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic. Suga also defended his experience in diplomacy, an area where experts say his resume is rather thin while steering clear of clues to whether …

Japan PM Contender Suga Suggests Overhaul of Health Ministry after Covid-19 Pandemic Ends
4 years, 3 months ago

Japan PM Contender Suga Suggests Overhaul of Health Ministry after Covid-19 Pandemic Ends

News 18  

Japan’s government needs to reform its health ministry after the coronavirus pandemic settles down, Chief Cabinet Secretary and prime minister hopeful Yoshihide Suga said in a newspaper interview published on Monday. Suga, who is widely seen as the top contender to succeed Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, told the Yomiuri newspaper the “the coronavirus pandemic is a huge problem that could …

Who are the Candidates to Replace Japan PM Shinzo Abe?
4 years, 3 months ago

Who are the Candidates to Replace Japan PM Shinzo Abe?

News 18  

Japan’s ruling party said Wednesday it will vote September 14 on a replacement for outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who is stepping down for health reasons. The decision kicks off a leadership race in the world’s third-largest economy, with three leading candidates expected to face off in the poll: Yoshihide Suga Yoshihide Suga is the frontrunner after years as a …

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