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Candidates Shinjiro Koizumi Voter Dynamics

Split Polls, Online Flap and Trade Signal Define Final Stretch of Japan’s LDP Leadership Race

A runoff looks likely under rules that boost lawmakers’ influence, setting up immediate coalition negotiations.

Japan’s LDP Leadership Race Begins With Five Contenders as Takaichi Backs Deficit Bonds