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Rightwing populist Sanseitō party shakes Japan with election surge

Japan held elections for its upper house, the House of Councillors, on July 20. The vote proved a challenge for the conservative ruling Liberal Democratic party (LDP), which has been reeling from corruption scandals, rising prices and US tariffs on Japanese exports.

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Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba clings to power after bruising defeat in parliament

Japan’s ruling alliance no longer holds majority in either house of parliament

The Independent UK

Japan PM's Future In Doubt After Election Debacle

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's future was unclear Monday after his coalition appeared to have disastrously lost its upper house majority in elections that saw strong gains by a right-wing populist party.

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Dollar Weakens as a Fed Official Calls for Rate Cuts

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday fell by -0.24%. The dollar came under pressure today following comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller on Thursday evening, who stated that he supports a Fed interest rate cut at the July 29-30 FOMC meeting. Also, an easing of inflation expectations in today's University...

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Dollar Falls on Dovish Comments from a Fed Official

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.59%. The dollar came under pressure today following comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller on Thursday evening, who stated that he supports a Fed interest rate cut at the July 29-30 FOMC meeting. Also, an easing of inflation expectations in today’s...

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Solid US Economic News Lifts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.29% and posted a 3.5-week high. Signs of strength in the US economy may keep the Fed from cutting interest rates and are supportive of the dollar. Weekly initial unemployment claims unexpectedly fell to a 3-month low, June retail sales rose...

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Dollar Climbs on Signs the US Economy Is Holding Up

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.35% at a 3.5-week high. Signs of strength in the US economy may keep the Fed from cutting interest rates and are supportive of the dollar. Weekly initial unemployment claims unexpectedly fell to a 3-month low, June retail sales rose more than...

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What is the Unification Church and why did a Japanese court order it dissolved?

A controversial South Korean church with powerful political connections faces dissolution in Japan after a Tokyo court issued an order to revoke its legal status

The Independent UK

Japan election: voters took aim at an untrustworthy government beset by scandal

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic party (LDP) suffered a severe blow on October 27 when, alongside its smaller coalition partner, Komeito, it lost its majority in a snap general election. The ruling coalition took 215 seats, fewer than the 233 required, with the centre-left opposition Constitutional Democratic party making big gains.

The Conversation

Japan's Ruling Party Faces Major Setback In General Election

Japan's ruling LDP faces potential loss of majority in lower house, impacting PM Ishiba's leadership amidst economic challenges and scandals.

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Japan’s ruling coalition to lose majority in election, national broadcaster says

PM Shigeru Ishiba’s Liberal Democratic party faces losses amid voter anger over funding scandal and cost of living

The Guardian - UK

Japan Votes With New PM On Shaky Ground

Japan votes in its tightest election in years on Sunday, with new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his juggernaut Liberal Democratic Party facing potentially their worst result since 2009.

International Business Times

Man Throws Firebombs At Japan's Ruling Party Headquarters

Incident involving firebomb attack on ruling party HQ in Tokyo, suspect arrested. Party faces scandal and challenges ahead of elections. Past history inclu...

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Japan’s incoming prime minister Shigeru Ishiba to call snap election – reports

The 67-year-old will seek an early public mandate after seeing off a rightwing challenge to become the leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic party

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Shigeru Ishiba Elected Leader Of Japan's Governing Party

Shigeru Ishiba wins LDP leadership, poised to become Japan's next prime minister. His policies and leadership style are anticipated to shape Japan's future.

The Conversation

Shigeru Ishiba will be Japan’s next prime minister. What should we expect?

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. Given the LDP’s majority in parliament, the party leader will become prime minister by default.

The Guardian - UK

Japan’s ruling party picks Shigeru Ishiba to become next PM

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

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Shigeru Ishiba to become Japan’s next PM after winning governing party vote

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

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Japanese Prime Minister Election: Key Vote For New Leader

The Liberal Democratic Party in Japan is set to elect a new prime minister from a diverse pool of candidates, including two women, amidst changing politica...

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Nine Japanese Lawmakers Vie To Replace Outgoing Prime Minister

Nine Japanese lawmakers compete for Prime Minister role amidst corruption scandals and regional security concerns.

The Independent UK

The candidates to be Japan's next leader include a former premier's son and a defense expert

Japan will have a new leader after outgoing Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s governing Liberal Democratic Party holds a vote on Sept. 27 to choose his replacement

The Guardian - AU

Who will be Japan’s next PM? Ruling LDP set to begin ‘especially chaotic’ party election

Two women and two MPs under the age of 50 are on potential list of candidates after current PM Fumio Kishida decided to step down

The Conversation

Why did Japan’s prime minister decide to step down? And who might replace him?

In a surprise announcement, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said today he would step down as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) next month, bringing his premiership to an early end.

The Independent UK

"Pace is too slow." Women gradually rise in Japanese politics but face deep challenges

Eight years ago Yuriko Koike became the first woman to lead Tokyo, beating her male predecessor

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Party bosses fall in Japan's worst political corruption scandal in decades

Japan's governing Liberal Democratic Party replaced two of its top executives as part of a purge related to investigations into alleged political slush funds.

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