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Shigeru Ishiba’s unpopularity among LDP peers

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Ishiba has a long history of being a vocal critic of the LDP, earning him a reputation as a turncoat among lawmakers. His most notable act of defiance came in 1993 when he supported a no-confidence vote against then-Prime Minister Kiichi Miyazawa. This move, along with his departure from the LDP to join a reformist faction led by Ichiro Ozawa, has left a lasting stain on his reputation within the party. Political science professor Yu Uchiyama notes that this history fuels perceptions of Ishiba as a "traitor" among senior politicians.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Shigeru Ishiba wins LDP leadership, poised to become Japan’s Prime Minister

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Ishiba’s path to leadership was cemented in the initial round, where he garnered 154 votes from a pool of nine candidates, advancing to the decisive runoff after Takaichi's 181 votes placed her in contention. Renowned for his expertise in defense and commitment to regional revitalization, Ishiba had consistently ranked high in pre-election polls regarding who would best lead the LDP.

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Japan’s response to China’s 100-year strategy: balancing naval expansion and fisheries

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For neighboring Japan, these developments are significant. Japan has long held interests in the stability of the region and is wary of China's expanding maritime footprint. The Japanese government has expressed concerns over Chinese fishing practices, which often encroach on Japan's exclusive economic zones (EEZ). The Japanese fisheries sector, vital for both economic and cultural reasons, faces pressure as competition intensifies in the East China Sea.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Koizumi emerges as front-runner in LDP Presidential election

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As of September 20, the Mainichi Shimbun reported that Koizumi has secured the backing of over 50 of the 368 Diet members. His nearest competitors are former Minister of Economic Security Takayuki Kobayashi and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi. The Sankei Shimbun's survey corroborates this, indicating that Koizumi also leads in support from LDP members, as assessed through opinion polls targeting party supporters.

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Governor Saito defends against misplaced accusations following audit

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The origin of these accusations stems from a comprehensive external audit released in March 2023, which highlighted deficiencies in port operations managed by Hyogo Port. Critics allege that Saito's efforts to address these issues led to his current predicament. Yet, Kiyohiro Takahashi, a certified public accountant and external auditor, firmly denies any involvement from the governor in the audit process. "We do not accept suggestions from the governor in an audit, and it is impossible for us to follow the governor's wishes," he stated.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Hyogo Vice Governor’s intense interrogation raises concerns

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The investigation unfolded on March 25, when Katayama visited the Nishi-Harima Prefectural Government Bureau under the pretense of an informal check-in. During this visit, Katayama scrutinized the former director’s official emails, which contained information relevant to the harassment accusations. The director had previously acknowledged recording circulating rumors but denied any involvement in distributing the accusatory letter.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Kishida responds to unification church allegations

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According to an Asahi Shimbun report, meetings between Abe, then-Policy Research Council Chairman Fumio Hagiuda, former Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi, and the Unification Church's leadership occurred in the LDP's President’s Room in late June 2013. In response to inquiries about these claims, Kishida affirmed that his prior statements on the issue remain unchanged, asserting that no new information warrants further discussion at this time.

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Takaichi supports increased local vote weight in LDP Presidential runoff

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Takaichi’s support for increasing local vote influence is aimed at more accurately reflecting the preferences of party members and supporters. Currently, the presidential election process involves two rounds of voting. In the first round, votes are evenly split between Diet members and local party members/supporters. If no candidate secures a majority, the top two candidates advance to a runoff election. The runoff process, however, maintains the same split in vote allocation.

By Ishita Agarwal

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