As the Liberal Democratic Party approaches its leadership selection, the pressure is mounting on Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to step down from his position as party president. With just three months left until the LDP’s September presidential election, Kishida has not confirmed whether he will seek reelection for another term.
Despite facing criticism for his unpopular leadership, Kishida has stated that his current focus is on addressing pressing political issues. However, veteran lawmakers within the LDP are concerned about the party’s future under Kishida’s leadership and fear losing control in a general election. Younger members are also expressing their concerns about the party’s vulnerability under an unpopular president.
The growing pressure from within the party for a change in leadership reflects a shifting attitude among LDP members. Stay tuned as the party prepares for a potentially significant shift in leadership in the coming months.