Reported about 3 hours ago
Japan's Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has announced his candidacy in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's leadership race, aiming to bring reform and generational change. His entry comes after disappointing election results for the party, highlighting the need for a new direction. Koizumi, alongside pro-stimulus candidate Sanae Takaichi, is expected to influence voter dynamics, especially after gaining support from Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato. With the yen strengthening, analysts suggest this could reflect optimism surrounding his candidacy as the campaign begins later this month.
Source: YAHOO