Japan’s new prime minister Shigeru Ishiba to call snap election as he seeks to turn round party’s fortunes
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan’s new prime minister Shigeru Ishiba to call snap election as he seeks to turn round party’s fortunes

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 Japan’s incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, says he will call a snap election on 27 October – a full year ahead of schedule and just weeks after winning the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Mr Ishiba, a moderate and former defence minister, won the ruling LDP presidential election at his fifth and final attempt last week, defeating economic security minister Sanae Takaichi in a runoff vote. open image in gallery Shigeru Ishiba, centre, waves as he is elected as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party after the party’s leadership election, in Tokyo Friday, 27 September 2024 An Ishiba ally, Takeshi Iwaya – a former defence chief – will become foreign minister, while Gen Nakatani is set to return as defence minister, a position he held in 2016. On Friday Mr Ishiba won the party’s leadership with 215 votes – 189 from LDP lawmakers and 26 from local chapters – compared to 194 votes for Ms Takaichi, who would have become the first female prime minister in Japanese history if she had won.

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Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump

NPR  

Japan's Ishiba to push importance of alliance during visit with Trump toggle caption Kevin Wolf/FR33460 AP SEOUL — In his meeting with President Trump today, Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces a challenge to build personal chemistry with the leader of the country his people depend on for security and trade, while also overcoming Trump's long-held concerns about being taken …

Japan's 'geeky' PM Ishiba to navigate Trump relations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Japan's 'geeky' PM Ishiba to navigate Trump relations

Raw Story  

by Hiroshi HIYAMA Days after Donald Trump's 2016 election victory, Japan's then-prime minister Shinzo Abe rushed to deliver him a gold-plated golf club, becoming the first leader to visit and setting the tone for a relationship both men said was close. Japan's current, bookish Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is not expected to be able to replicate that storied alliance as …

Japan’s leader says he’s preparing for tough negotiations with Trump on maintaining US presence
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2 months ago

Japan’s leader says he’s preparing for tough negotiations with Trump on maintaining US presence

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, struggling to stabilize his minority government, said Friday he will seek to maintain regional security and prepare for tough negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump to win his commitment to maintain a strong American presence in the Asia-Pacific. Ishiba said Japan faces “the most severe and complicated security environment” since World War II …

Japan's Ishiba heads to Malaysia and Indonesia to strengthen defense and economic ties
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's Ishiba heads to Malaysia and Indonesia to strengthen defense and economic ties

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 Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba …

Japanese premier says stronger alliance with US is key to regional stability, seeks to meet Trump
3 months ago

Japanese premier says stronger alliance with US is key to regional stability, seeks to meet Trump

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Tuesday strengthening his country’s alliance with the United States is key to regional security and expressed his desire to meet with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. “I hope to hold talks with President-elect Trump as early as possible so that we can elevate the Japan-U.S. alliance to even higher levels,” Ishiba told …

Embattled Japan leader vows to cooperate with long-ignored opposition in bid to save his government
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Embattled Japan leader vows to cooperate with long-ignored opposition in bid to save his government

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Embattled Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, who survived as leader after a major election loss by his governing coalition, promised Friday to work closely with the long-ignored opposition that is now the only way his minority government can stay in power. Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic Party and its junior partner Komeito together lost a majority in the 465-seat lower …

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations
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4 months ago

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations

China Daily  

By JIANG XUEQING in Tokyo | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-11-25 08:59 Japan needs to reduce its heavy reliance on the United States, embrace a more independent diplomatic stance, and strengthen its ties with emerging countries in the Global South, experts said. They expect Japan-US relations to witness some tensions and friction under the incoming Donald Trump administration in …

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations
4 months ago

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations

China Daily  

Japan needs to reduce its heavy reliance on the United States, embrace a more independent diplomatic stance, and strengthen its ties with emerging countries in the Global South, experts said. They expect Japan-US relations to witness some tensions and friction under the incoming Donald Trump administration in Washington, pointing to Trump's "America First" agenda, likely trade tariffs and security cooperation …

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations
4 months ago

Japan asked to revise stand on US relations

China Daily  

By JIANG XUEQING in Tokyo | China Daily Global | Updated: 2024-11-25 08:59 Japan needs to reduce its heavy reliance on the United States, embrace a more independent diplomatic stance, and strengthen its ties with emerging countries in the Global South, experts said. They expect Japan-US relations to witness some tensions and friction under the incoming Donald Trump administration in …

Domestic problems and foreign policy remain challenges for Ishiba
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4 months, 1 week ago

Domestic problems and foreign policy remain challenges for Ishiba

China Daily  

Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba gives his first policy speech at the lower house of the parliament in Tokyo, Japan, Oct 4, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba's reelection in less than two months has temporarily averted a personal political crisis for him and saved him from the embarrassment of being Japan's shortest-serving postwar prime minister, but whether he can address the …

Japanese official clarifies why prime minister Shigeru Ishiba was spotted ‘sleeping’ in parliament
4 months, 1 week ago

Japanese official clarifies why prime minister Shigeru Ishiba was spotted ‘sleeping’ in parliament

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 Shigeru Ishiba, president of Japan’s …

Ishiba survived a rare runoff to remain Japan’s prime minister but will face turmoil
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ishiba survived a rare runoff to remain Japan’s prime minister but will face turmoil

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, battered in parliamentary elections last month, has survived a rare runoff vote against the opposition to remain the country’s leader but he still faces turmoil ahead. This time, though, because Ishiba’s LDP and its junior coalition partner lost its majority in the recent election, the runoff on Monday couldn’t be avoided — the …

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM

China Daily  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi attend a session on the day lawmakers vote to elect the new prime minister, at the Lower House of Parliament in Tokyo, Japan Nov 11, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as Japan's 103rd prime minister on Monday in a House of Representatives runoff election, securing 221 votes. Ishiba's reelection …

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM

China Daily  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi attend a session on the day lawmakers vote to elect the new prime minister, at the Lower House of Parliament in Tokyo, Japan Nov 11, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as Japan's 103rd prime minister on Monday in a House of Representatives runoff election, securing 221 votes. Ishiba's reelection …

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM

China Daily  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi attend a session on the day lawmakers vote to elect the new prime minister, at the Lower House of Parliament in Tokyo, Japan Nov 11, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as Japan's 103rd prime minister on Monday in a House of Representatives runoff election, securing 221 votes. Ishiba's reelection …

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM

China Daily  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi attend a session on the day lawmakers vote to elect the new prime minister, at the Lower House of Parliament in Tokyo, Japan Nov 11, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as Japan's 103rd prime minister on Monday in a House of Representatives runoff election, securing 221 votes. Ishiba's reelection …

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's parliament reelects Ishiba as PM

China Daily  

By JIANG XUEQING in Tokyo | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-12 09:33 Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi attend a session on the day lawmakers vote to elect the new prime minister, at the Lower House of Parliament in Tokyo, Japan Nov 11, 2024. Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as Japan's 103rd prime minister on Monday …

Japan's embattled Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba re-elected by politicians in runoff vote
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's embattled Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba re-elected by politicians in runoff vote

ABC  

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has been re-elected by Japanese politicians, after his scandal-tarnished coalition lost its parliamentary majority in a lower house election last month. Japan’s long-running governing party loses majority Photo shows Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba at press conference Could smaller parties be key for Japan's future government? Mr Ishiba's LDP and coalition partner Komeito won the biggest …

Lawmakers vote to keep embattled Ishiba as Japan PM
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lawmakers vote to keep embattled Ishiba as Japan PM

Raw Story  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba kept his job in a parliamentary vote on Monday, despite having led the ruling coalition to its worst general election result in 15 years. Lawmakers appointed former defence minister Ishiba head of a minority government -- meaning he may face political gridlock, or need to compromise to pass new bills. as the prime minister," announced …

Shigeru Ishiba becomes Japan PM again hours after his cabinet resigned, leads another minority govt
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Shigeru Ishiba becomes Japan PM again hours after his cabinet resigned, leads another minority govt

Firstpost  

Japan lawmakers have voted for Shigeru Ishiba to be the Prime Minister. In the 465-seat lower house of Japan parliament, Ishiba got support of 221 lawmakers against 160 for Yoshihiko Noda, head of the main opposition Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan Lawmakers applaud as Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is reappointed as leader after the second round of a parliamentary …

Japan’s Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as prime minister despite terrible election result
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s Shigeru Ishiba survives parliament vote as prime minister despite terrible election result

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 Japan’s prime minister Shigeru Ishiba …

Japan's Shigeru Ishiba Cabinet resigns, but here's why he may become PM again by afternoon
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's Shigeru Ishiba Cabinet resigns, but here's why he may become PM again by afternoon

Firstpost  

Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Cabinet resigned on Monday and will face a parliament vote later today that is expected to keep him in the job, but with a fragile grip on power after a disastrous general election In Japan, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s Cabinet resigned on Monday en masse before the Diet, or parliament during an extraordinary Cabinet meeting …

Japan’s reelected Prime Minister Ishiba vows to step up reform
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s reelected Prime Minister Ishiba vows to step up reform

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba pledged to take tougher measures against misuse of political funds after he was reelected by parliament Monday following a major loss in the polls last month by his governing coalition. A staff member at parliament puts up two names, Shigeru Ishiba, right, and Yoshihiko Noda for a runoff vote for a new prime …

Japan’s PM Ishiba survives parliament vote, to lead minority government
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s PM Ishiba survives parliament vote, to lead minority government

Al Jazeera  

Japanese legislators have voted for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to stay on, after his scandal-tarnished coalition lost its parliamentary majority in a lower house election last month. Following the parliament’s vote on Monday, Ishiba must run a fragile minority government as Donald Trump regains control in main ally the United States, tension rises with rivals China and North Korea, and …

Japan’s reelected Prime Minister Ishiba vows to step up reform
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s reelected Prime Minister Ishiba vows to step up reform

LA Times  

Lawmakers applaud as Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, standing, was reelected at a special parliamentary session of the lower house Monday in Tokyo. Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba pledged to take tougher measures against misuse of political funds after he was reelected by parliament Monday following a major loss in the polls last month by his governing coalition. Ishiba’s Liberal …

Japan’s Ishiba vows to boost military and forge closer ties with US under Donald Trump
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s Ishiba vows to boost military and forge closer ties with US under Donald Trump

The Independent  

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Japan’s prime minister vows military buildup and deeper ties with the US as regional tension rises
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s prime minister vows military buildup and deeper ties with the US as regional tension rises

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba renewed a pledge Saturday to build up his country’s military and deepen its alliance with the United States under President-elect Donald Trump. He said breaches of Japanese airspace by Chinese and Russian warplanes earlier in the year “not only violated Japanese sovereignty but also threatened the safety of Japan, and are absolutely unacceptable.” …

Japan's prime minister vows military buildup, deeper ties with the US as regional tension rises
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan's prime minister vows military buildup, deeper ties with the US as regional tension rises

New Indian Express  

TOKYO: Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba renewed a pledge Saturday to build up his country’s military and deepen its alliance with the United States under President-elect Donald Trump. Ishiba, who made the comments at an annual troop review held at Camp Asaka in the Tokyo suburbs, said the security environment surrounding Japan and the international community has significantly worsened due …

Japan’s Tamaki Plays High-Risk Game With Weakened Premier Ishiba
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s Tamaki Plays High-Risk Game With Weakened Premier Ishiba

Live Mint  

Japan’s potential kingmaker Yuichiro Tamaki faces a hazardous path as he looks to remain a power broker well beyond Monday’s vote to decide the fate of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. By quadrupling its support in the lower house election two weeks ago, Tamaki’s Democratic Party for the People has transformed itself from a political grouping on the fringes of parliament …

Japan's Political Landscape Shaken as LDP Loses Majority for First Time in 15 Years
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan's Political Landscape Shaken as LDP Loses Majority for First Time in 15 Years

Firstpost  

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has lost its majority for the first time in 15 years, raising uncertainty over the makeup of the next government. The election results come as a blow to Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, whose party had been the most powerful and dominant in Japan. The LDP secured 191 seats in the lower house, far short of …

Japan election results: Political crisis as ruling LDP-led coalition loses its majority
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan election results: Political crisis as ruling LDP-led coalition loses its majority

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. open image in gallery File: Shigeru Ishiba and Keiichi …

Japanese go to polls in neck-and-neck race
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Japanese go to polls in neck-and-neck race

China Daily  

Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba attends a media conference at the Liberal Democratic Party's headquarters on October 27, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan. The voting for Japan's House of Representatives election concluded on Sunday evening, amid public distrust following a major slush fund scandal of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. During a speech on Saturday in front of Tokyo's Ikebukuro Station, …

Election failure leads to resignation of Japan's LDP official
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Election failure leads to resignation of Japan's LDP official

China Daily  

By Jiang Xueqing in Tokyo | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-10-28 13:52 Japan's former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi leaves after speaking to the media at the Liberal Democratic Party's headquarters on October 27, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan. Takashi Aoyama/Pool via REUTERS Shinjiro Koizumi, chairperson of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's election strategy committee, resigned on Monday following the LDP and Komeito …

Japanese Parliamentary Election: LDP Likely to Lose Majority
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Japanese Parliamentary Election: LDP Likely to Lose Majority

Hindustan Times  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's ruling coalition is certain to lose a majority in the lower house of parliament in a key parliamentary election Sunday. The results reflect voters' outrage over the governing party's extensive financial scandals, and if he can't get his party's policies through parliament, he may need to find a third coalition partner.

Japan votes in one of the most unpredictable elections in years: what’s at stake
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan votes in one of the most unpredictable elections in years: what’s at stake

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. Its prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, won his party’s leadership …

Ishiba's LDP Faces a Crucial Election as Polls Indicate a Possible Blow
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ishiba's LDP Faces a Crucial Election as Polls Indicate a Possible Blow

Firstpost  

Japan's snap election is shaping up to be a major test for the LDP, with polls hinting at a potential loss of majority. The LDP, which has dominated Japanese politics for nearly seven decades, could see its worst results since 2009. The outcome of the election will have significant implications for the country's political landscape and the future of the …

Ishiba's Majority at Risk as Public Rage Fuels Election Battle
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ishiba's Majority at Risk as Public Rage Fuels Election Battle

The Hindu  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's ruling party faces a potential blow to its majority in the lower house of Parliament in upcoming elections. The results could weaken Ishiba's grip on power and possibly lead to political uncertainty in Japan. The biggest Opposition party, the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan, is expected to make significant gains, potentially disrupting the ruling coalition. …

Tight Races Loom as Lower House Election Begins
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tight Races Loom as Lower House Election Begins

China Daily  

Voting for Japan's lower house election has begun amid public discontent over the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)'s scandal and a rising cost of living. With 465 seats up for grabs, a total of 1,344 candidates are running, more than the 1,051 in the last such election in 2021. While some polls project the longtime ruling LDP and its junior …

Tight Races Loom as Lower House Election Kicks Off
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tight Races Loom as Lower House Election Kicks Off

China Daily  

Voting for Japan's lower house election has begun amid public discontent over the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)'s scandal and a rising cost of living. With 465 seats up for grabs, a total of 1,344 candidates are running, more than the 1,051 in the last such election in 2021. While some polls project the longtime ruling LDP and its junior …

Ishiba's Geek Status a Liability as He Faces Election
5 months ago

Ishiba's Geek Status a Liability as He Faces Election

Firstpost  

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's popularity among voters is declining, with polls suggesting that he may struggle to form a majority government on Sunday. Despite his popularity before becoming PM, Ishiba's ratings have fallen since he took office. The LDP's internal party race has shifted from an internal party race to competition between parties, with some analysts suggesting that even …

In Electing Ishiba Shigeru, the LDP Opts for Change
5 months ago

In Electing Ishiba Shigeru, the LDP Opts for Change

The Diplomat  

The fifth time’s the charm for Ishiba Shigeru. “I will do my best to make Japan a safe and secure country again, a place where everyone can live with a smile.” Ishiba’s victory after falling short so many times before highlighted a sea change within the LDP. Ishiba wants to entirely eliminate the clause that foreswears “the right of belligerency” …

Japan’s new prime minister dissolves the lower house of parliament to set up a snap election
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Japan’s new prime minister dissolves the lower house of parliament to set up a snap election

LA Times  

New Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba dissolved the lower house of parliament Wednesday to set up an Oct. 27 snap election, asking people to trust the governing party’s policies even as critics said the vote comes far too soon. With the early election, Ishiba seeks to secure a majority in the lower house, the more powerful of the two chambers, …

Japan rows back on new prime minister’s plan for ‘Asian Nato’
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan rows back on new prime minister’s plan for ‘Asian Nato’

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 Japan is not considering setting …

New Japan PM Ishiba forms Cabinet with emphasis on defence
5 months, 3 weeks ago

New Japan PM Ishiba forms Cabinet with emphasis on defence

The Hindu  

Japan's parliament elected Shigeru Ishiba as the new Prime Minister on Tuesday, tasked with addressing public outrage over his governing party's corruption scandals ahead of a parliamentary election later this month, while trying to boost the economy and tackle security challenges from China and North Korea. Mr. Ishiba replaces Fumio Kishida, who stepped down earlier Tuesday to pave the way …

Ishiba faces window of opportunity to repair ties with China
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ishiba faces window of opportunity to repair ties with China

China Daily  

Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks to reporters at the entrance to the prime minister's office in Tokyo on Oct 2, 2024. Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday sent a congratulatory message to Shigeru Ishiba on his election victory as the prime minister of Japan, replacing Fumio Kishida. The Kishida government's one-sided pro-United States policy over the latter's China-containment …

Ishiba Shigeru will become Japan’s next prime minister
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Ishiba Shigeru will become Japan’s next prime minister

Hindustan Times  

IN JAPANESE POLITICS, the fifth time’s the charm. This means he will become Japan’s prime minister when he is sworn in next week. Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, center, and his cabinet ministers arrive for a photo session at Ishiba's residence in Tokyo, Japan, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. During his past bids for the leadership Mr Ishiba repeatedly failed to …

Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida steps down as planned before likely successor Ishiba takes office
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida steps down as planned before likely successor Ishiba takes office

The Independent  

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Japan’s parliament elects Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan’s parliament elects Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister

NPR  

Japan’s parliament elects Shigeru Ishiba as prime minister toggle caption Eugene Hoshiko/AP TOKYO — Japan’s parliament on Tuesday formally elected Shigeru Ishiba, head of the governing Liberal Democratic Party, as the country’s new prime minister. “As we face a critical moment in and outside the country, I earnestly hope key policies that will pioneer Japan's future will be powerfully pursued …

Five challenges facing Japan's new PM Ishiba
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Five challenges facing Japan's new PM Ishiba

Hindustan Times  

Shigeru Ishiba will face five key challenges when he becomes Japan's new prime minister on Tuesday after being voted leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Five challenges facing Japan's new PM Ishiba Nerves are running high over China's increasingly aggressive moves in the region, following the first confirmed incursion by a Chinese military aircraft into Japanese airspace in August. …

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