Japan's ruling LDP leadership race: Foreign policy in the spotlight at candidates' debate
The leadership race for Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is heating up as campaigning gets under way. The five contenders, who are looking to succeed party president and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, were questioned over their stance on policy issues — including ties with China and the US — during a closely watched debate at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo. The party's presidential election will be held on Oct 4. Michiyo Ishida reports.
The leadership race for Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is heating up as campaigning gets under way. The five contenders, who are looking to succeed party president and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, were questioned over their stance on policy issues — including ties with China and the US — during a closely watched debate at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo. The party's presidential election will be held on Oct 4. Michiyo Ishida reports.
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