Shigeru Ishiba

2024 - 9 - 27

Is Japan Ready for Shigeru Ishiba? Buckle Up, It’s Gonna Be a Wild Ride! 🎢🇯🇵

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Shigeru Ishiba is Japan's new Prime Minister! Get the scoop on his plans for change and what it means for the world (and your wallet!).

In a surprising twist of fate, Japan’s political landscape just got a makeover as Shigeru Ishiba, the former defense minister and a self-proclaimed populist, has emerged victorious in the leadership contest of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Winning the election amidst scandal and controversy, Ishiba’s election marks a shift in Japan's political climate, promising a new tone and policies. Potluck anyone? Who knew politics could provide such a dramatic season finale!

The LDP has faced its fair share of turmoil recently, and with his recent victory, Ishiba has vowed to restore trust within the ruling party and among the citizens of Japan. As he prepares to take the helm, it’s clear that he’s ready to mix things up. Can you imagine him visiting local food joints and addressing the public while enjoying a bowl of ramen? He aims to tackle pressing issues like disaster management and defense policy, which are crucial for Japan given its unique geographic challenges.

During the party elections, a considerable number of constituents lined up with nine different candidates vying for Ishiba’s position, but it was the ladders he climbed, both literally and figuratively, that brought him to the top. His charm and plain-spoken approach appealed to many party members, leading to a tense runoff vote that shook the political arena. The yen even saw a significant uptick against the dollar, fluctuating at an impressive 143.30 after Ishiba's victory. Talk about a currency that rejoices!

With all eyes on him, many wonder how Ishiba will navigate the challenges of global politics as well as Japan's internal reconstruction. But one thing’s for sure: his leadership is going to be anything but boring! Besides, with a background in defense, expect Ishiba to be no stranger to tough decisions. Here’s hoping this new Prime Minister can steer Japan away from scandals and deliver a thrilling chapter in its political saga!

Did you know that Shigeru Ishiba has attempted to become Prime Minister before, with three previous campaigns that saw him fall short? But like all great stories, persistence is often the key to success! Not to mention, Japan's political scene has often seen popular figures rise and fall amidst a sea of intrigue – not unlike a season finale of a hit TV drama. So, what’s next in this saga? Only time will tell!

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Shigeru Ishiba to become Japan's next PM after winning ruling party ... (Aljazeera.com)

The ex-defence minister wins the leadership election of Liberal Democratic Party which holds a majority in parliament.

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Shigeru Ishiba to be next Japanese premier after winning LDP ... (Financial Times)

Shigeru Ishiba will become the next prime minister of Japan after winning the presidency of the ruling Liberal Democratic party in a closely contested ...

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Japan's scandal-hit ruling party picks Shigeru Ishiba as next PM (BBC News)

Nine candidates contested for leadership of the conservative Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) after Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced last month that he ...

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Japan's ruling party picks Shigeru Ishiba to become next PM (The Guardian)

Former defence chief elected leader of Liberal Democrats and vows to end 'widespread distrust' in party.

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What Japan's Next Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Means for the World (TIME)

Former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba, a plain-spoken populist, won leadership of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party in a runoff vote on Friday.

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Shigeru Ishiba will be Japan's next prime minister. What should we ... (The Conversation AU)

In a vote to replace Fumio Kishia as head of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), party members have elected Shigeru Ishiba as their new leader.

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Ex-defense chief Ishiba set to become new Japan PM (Kyodo News Plus)

Former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan's next prime minister after winning the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's presidential ...

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Former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba chosen to lead Japan's ... (The Hindu)

Shigeru Ishiba wins party leadership, set to become Japan's new Prime Minister, promising defense policy changes and disaster management.

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Fifth time lucky: Former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba to be ... (Malay Mail)

TOKYO, Sept 27 — Former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba will become Japan's next prime minister after winning the ruling party's leadership vote today, ...

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Japan's Shigeru Ishiba is set to become prime minister (The Associated Press)

TOKYO (AP) — Japan's ruling party on Friday picked former defense minister Shigeru Ishiba as leader, setting him up to become prime minister next week.

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Yen rises sharply to 143-level after Ishiba victory (Nikkei Asia)

TOKYO -- The yen immediately jumped to around 143.30 to the dollar from around 146.20 on Friday afternoon after a former defense minister clinched the.

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Who is Shigeru Ishiba, the outsider set to lead Japan? (Reuters)

Former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba, a candidate of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) presidential election, speaks during a joint press ...

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Shigeru Ishiba is fifth time lucky in bid to become Japan's Prime ... (The Straits Times)

The leader of the LDP, as the dominant party in both chambers of Parliament, is by default Japan's prime minister. “Mr Kishida made the decision to resign so ...

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Who is Japan's new prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba? (The Guardian)

Moderate faces challenges over cost-of-living crisis, public trust and threats to regional stability from China and North Korea.

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China says it hopes to improve ties with Japan after ruling party ... (Hong Kong Free Press)

China on Friday said it wanted to improve ties with Japan, after the country's ruling party chose former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba as its new leader.

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Former defense minister Shigeru Ishiba to be Japan's PM - Asia ... (Jakarta Post)

The 67-year-old train lover beat arch-nationalist Sanae Takaichi -- who would have been the country's first-ever woman leader -- 215 votes to 194 in a run-off.

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Fifth time's a charm as former defense minister finally wins Japan ... (CNN)

Shigeru Ishiba, the newly elected leader of Japan's ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) holds a press conference after the LDP leadership election, ...

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Former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba succeeds in fifth bid to ... (CNA)

Fifth time's the charm for former Japanese defence minister Shigeru Ishiba, who looks set to become the next prime minister after winning a close-fought ...

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Shigeru Ishiba to be Japan's leader, winning on fifth attempt (Reuters)

Ruling party picks Ishiba to replace PM Kishida · Ex-defence minister succeeds in final leadership bid · Lone wolf popular with public, has enemies in LDP.

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Japan's ruling party elects Shigeru Ishiba as new prime minister (The Washington Post)

Ishiba, who wants an “Asian NATO” to counter security threats from China and North Korea, is the Liberal Democratic Party's new leader, replacing Fumio ...

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Assoc Prof Kei Koga on Shigeru Ishiba winning LDP leadership race ... (CNA)

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has picked its new leader. Former defence minister Shigeru Ishiba beat out eight other contenders to win the vote.

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Incoming Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba likely to stay the course on ... (The Straits Times)

Mr Shigeru Ishiba, the newly elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, speaking at a press conference in Tokyo on Sept 27. PHOTO: REUTERS.

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Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan's leader in waiting, and what will he ... (Yahoo Finance)

Ishiba, a former defence chief, was elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) on Friday. The LDP's parliamentary majority means he is ...

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Shigeru Ishiba elected as Japan's new Prime Minister - Khaama Press (The Khaama Press News Agency)

At 67, Ishiba was elected in his fifth attempt to lead the Liberal Democratic Party, securing 215 out of 414 votes from party lawmakers on Friday, September 27.

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Shigeru Ishiba: Old hand, new role (The Hindu)

Amid scandals and turmoil, Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has selected former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba as its new leader.

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Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan's leader in waiting, and what will he ... (South China Morning Post)

Ishiba, a former defence chief, was elected leader of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) on Friday. The LDP's parliamentary majority means he is ...

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