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

The next party chief must secure votes beyond the coalition to govern after the loss of working majorities.

Koizumi Joins LDP Leadership Race as Takaichi Unveils Big-Spending Platform