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Japan's LDP Mulls Early Leadership Election Amid Turmoil

8/21/2025

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Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is considering an early leadership election for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba following disappointing election results.
Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is emerging as a potential kingmaker amid the party's instability.
Kishida maintains significant influence but denies intentions to return, opting to monitor the political situation.

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Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is considering an early leadership election for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba following disappointing election results.
Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is emerging as a potential kingmaker amid the party's instability.
Kishida maintains significant influence but denies intentions to return, opting to monitor the political situation.