Author: 신형철,홍석재

The new leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party, Fumio Kishida, is set to become the country’s prime minister on October 1st. Kishida, known for his moderate voice on historical issues, raises hopes for improved relations between Japan and Korea. However, experts predict that significant changes in Japan’s historical stance are unlikely due to the continued influence of members who were part of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s faction. Kishida has shown a more conciliatory approach towards historical issues compared to other conservative candidates. Despite this, some analysts believe that Kishida’s policies may not differ significantly from previous Japanese government…