Japan’s new leader expresses regret for governing party slush fund scandal, vows stronger defense
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Early Ishiba missteps add to anticipation over key policy speech
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's first few days in power have been marked by a U-turn on the approach to a general election as well as challenges forming his government and…
Japan’s new top diplomat calls ‘Asian NATO’ an idea for the future
Newly appointed Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya on Wednesday described the "Asian NATO" concept proposed by his boss, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, as one worth exploring.The idea of an Asian version…
Japan’s new government welcomes ‘forward-looking’ congratulatory message from China
TOKYO (AP) — Japan's new government said Wednesday it hopes to improve ties with China after receiving a “forward-looking” congratulatory message from Beijing on the election of Prime Minister Shigeru…
New Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba unveils Cabinet as LDP divide emerges
New Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba took office on Tuesday, but he will get no honeymoon period as he looks to unite a divided Liberal Democratic Party ahead of an Oct.…
Who is Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s new Prime Minister
Banker-turned-politician Shigeru Ishiba has been elected as the new Prime Minister of Japan. He will succeed former PM Fumio Kishida as the chief of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).…
Shigeru Ishiba Officially Japan’s New Prime Minister: Meet His Cabinet
Shigeru Ishiba officially became the 102nd Prime Minister of Japan in the early afternoon of October 1. He took over from Fumio Kishidawho with 1094 consecutive days in office became…
Incoming PM Ishiba sets Oct. 27 as date for snap election
Japan's incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, says he will dissolve the Lower House next week for a snap election on Oct. 27.“I believe it's important for the new administration to…
Ishiba announces new leadership lineup ahead of general election
Newly elected Liberal Democratic Party President Shigeru Ishiba announced his party leadership lineup Monday, entrusting veterans with key positions as he struggles to unite a deeply divided party.The new lineup…
Ishiba’s foreign policy vision to face immediate tests as he takes helm
When Shigeru Ishiba steps into the Prime Minister's Office this week as Japan's new leader, he will be emerging immediately with the challenge of reining in escalating regional tensions.From day…