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JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Aug 18, 2021
Former Prime Minister Abe bids for a new role: LDP kingmaker
With Suga's falling popularity opening up an opportunity, Abe and his allies are vying for greater control over the LDP at the expense of Secretary-General Toshihiro Nikai.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Aug 5, 2021
Taking stock of the LDP presidential race
With five potential outcomes and myriad players and interests in the mix, there is still a lot of ground the LDP must cover to reach the finish line in its presidential election.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 26, 2021
A summer of competition for the LDP-Komeito coalition
Japan's big cities are not reflective of national level politics, so even if the LDP and Komeito suffer a poor outcome in a few weeks, it will not portend some sweeping movement.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
May 18, 2021
As Europe's interest in the Indo-Pacific grows, is Japan ready to lead the way?
As countries such as France and Britain dispatch ships to the region, the onus is now on Tokyo to show leadership by setting out a long-term, detailed roadmap for cooperation.
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Apr 12, 2021
For Suga and LDP, worries build over Hiroshima poll in election year
A vote-buying scandal that forced the resignation of the previous representative has rocked the local political establishment and sparked voter anger.
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 28, 2020
Two LDP factions face uncertain future after losing race to Suga
The status of Shigeru Ishiba's group is up in the air, while Fumio Kishida is exploring mergers with other factions to bolster his chances of becoming prime minister.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 14, 2020
Japan's next leader: How Yoshihide Suga beat the odds to succeed Shinzo Abe
The current chief Cabinet secretary won by a landslide in the party poll, all but guaranteeing his spot at the top.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 12, 2020
LDP candidates make their pitch in final debate before party chooses Abe's successor
Yoshihide Suga, Shigeru Ishiba and Fumio Kishida entered the home stretch Saturday, touting their policies during the final debate of the brief campaign.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 9, 2020
What to watch for in the LDP leadership race
With Yoshihide Suga's assured victory, we now have a clearer outlook of Japan's political landscape for the next twelve months.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 8, 2020
Japan's foreign policy: What's next after Shinzo Abe's exit?
Everybody seemed to know the result even before the game began.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 8, 2020
Suga, Kishida and Ishiba hold first public faceoff as LDP race officially begins
The leadership election will be held next Monday, with the new prime minister expected to be named at an extraordinary Diet session set to be convened on Sept. 16.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 7, 2020
The 'Iron Wall,' the 'prince' and the 'military geek': A look at the trio vying to lead Japan
Shigeru Ishiba, Yoshihide Suga and Fumio Kishida are aiming to become party president — and by default, the nation's next prime minister — in the Sept. 14 election.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 4, 2020
Shigeru Ishiba offers raft of fresh policy ideas ahead of LDP election
The former defense minister pledged to retain the best of Abe's legacy, addressing wealth gaps while adopting a clear-eyed but hawkish stance on regional security.
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 3, 2020
Fumio Kishida unveils platform in bid to stand out from Suga
The LDP leadership contender also took a subtle swipe at Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, whose policies have been criticized as polarizing.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 2, 2020
Suga, Abe’s right-hand man, declares candidacy for LDP leadership vote
Even before notice was issued of the contest to lead Japan's ruling party, Yoshihide Suga already had an overwhelming lead.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 2, 2020
Who succeeds Abe’s foreign policy?
Under his diplomatic doctrine, Abe dramatically improved relations with the United States while outstanding issues with Russia and North Korea remained unsolved.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 2, 2020
How a dark horse became the front-runner to become Japan’s next prime minister
In a normal world, Abe's chief lieutenant, Yoshihide Suga, wouldn't have had a chance — but the LDP's logic changed that.

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