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.