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Will Japan's new Prime Minister call for a snap general election by March 27, 2025?
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Japan's Ruling Party Holds Runoff Vote Between Ishiba and Takaichi to Choose Next Prime Minister
Sep 27, 2024, 01:41 AM
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is holding a crucial leadership vote today to select the country's next prime minister, following the decision by current Prime Minister Fumio Kishida not to seek re-election. The election is notable for its unpredictability and the diverse range of candidates, which includes the possibility of Japan's first female prime minister or its youngest-ever leader. The race has nine candidates, but the top contenders are former defense chief Shigeru Ishiba and economic security minister Sanae Takaichi, who are now set to face off in a runoff vote after no candidate secured a majority in the first round. Kingmaker and former Prime Minister Aso has backed Takaichi, which has shifted the odds in her favor. The outcome of this election will significantly influence Japan's political, economic, and social landscape.
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