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Shigeru Ishiba

Japan Poised for Oct. 15 Diet Vote to Choose Next Prime Minister

With opposition parties divided, the LDP's weekend leadership vote is expected to effectively decide the next leader.

South Korea and Japan Seal New Consultative Mechanism, Reaffirm Denuclearization at Busan Summit

Ishiba Resigns as LDP Leader, Setting Off Emergency Contest for Japan’s Next Prime Minister

Markets Price September Fed Cut as Yields Slide and Gold Near Records After Jobs Shock

Ishiba Resists Calls to Quit; LDP Factions Seek Leadership Vote

Japan’s LDP-Komeito Coalition Loses Majority in Both Houses