Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's Decision to Step Down Opens Door for New Leadership
August 16 2024
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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will step down in September and not seek re-election as the leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). This move comes after a string of local election defeats and scandals that have shaken public confidence in the party. The LDP will elect a new leader through a vote split between lawmakers and general members, with both groups holding equal voting power. Speculation arises about Japan potentially having its first female prime minister.
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