After five attempts, Shigeru Ishiba, the former Defense Minister, has emerged victorious in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s presidential election. This win also means he is set to become the next Prime Minister of Japan.
The experienced Ishiba, who previously held the position of party secretary-general, secured the LDP presidential election victory by defeating economic security minister Sanae Takaichi in a closely contested runoff vote. Ishiba managed to clinch 215 votes compared to Takaichi’s 194 votes.
This victory marks a significant moment in Ishiba’s political career and potentially signals a new direction for Japan under his leadership. Stay tuned for more updates as Ishiba gears up to be officially named Prime Minister following a parliamentary vote next week.