Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is grappling with its biggest political crisis in decades. Weighed down by corruption scandals, public discontent over rising living costs, and declining trust in governance, the party now faces a crucial leadership contest that could reshape the nation’s political and economic direction.
Three contenders are in the race to succeed the current leadership, with debates centering on inflation management, domestic reforms, and Japan’s evolving foreign policy — particularly its security stance in the Indo-Pacific. The outcome will be pivotal not only for the party’s survival but also for Japan’s role in global affairs.
