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LDP Majority in Japan's Lower House by October 31, 2024?
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Official election results released by Japan's National Election Commission
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Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba Dissolves Lower House of Liberal Democratic Party Ahead of October 27 Election
Oct 9, 2024, 07:12 AM
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has officially dissolved the lower house of parliament, setting the stage for a snap election scheduled for October 27. The decision, announced on Wednesday, aims to secure a fresh mandate for Ishiba's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following his leadership victory less than two weeks ago. Ishiba emphasized the importance of gaining public support for his nine-day-old government, which has been tasked with implementing future reforms. The dissolution of the lower house is a key step in the electoral process, allowing voters to weigh in on the direction of the government.
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