Japan has had three PMs in four years - who could be next?
Summary
Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba resigned after under a year in office due to significant election losses. This marks the third leadership change in four years, with the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) set to vote for a new leader. Possible contenders include Shinjiro Koizumi, Yoshimasa Hayashi, and Sanae Takaichi.Key Facts
- Shigeru Ishiba resigned as Japan's Prime Minister after less than a year.
- Ishiba's resignation came after heavy losses in elections for both houses of parliament.
- His resignation occurred before an LDP vote, which could have resulted in his removal.
- The LDP, Japan's ruling political party, lost its majority due to recent election outcomes.
- Possible candidates for the next prime minister include Shinjiro Koizumi, Yoshimasa Hayashi, and Sanae Takaichi.
- Shinjiro Koizumi is the son of a former Japanese prime minister.
- Sanae Takaichi could become Japan's first female prime minister if elected.
- The new leader will face challenges such as US-Japan relations, inflation, and the cost of living crisis.
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