When Yoshihide Suga became prime minister, following his predecessor Shinzo Abe’s abrupt departure in September 2020, he enjoyed an approval rating of 70%.
Almost a year later, his standing as prime minister is in serious jeopardy.
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Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga speaks during a news conference announcing the extension of a state of emergency, in Tokyo on Aug. 17. | POOL / VIA REUTERS
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