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New generation sees the race to replace Suga as a chance to change how politics is conducted
The LDP will have to appeal to an increasingly frustrated public ahead of national polls
Hardline ex-minister has backing of former leader Shinzo Abe but trails other candidates
Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga’s resignation and hopes of stimulus help drive gains, say analysts
Race to succeed PM will focus on Covid-19 and may usher in new generation of leaders
From the race to vaccinate to the pledge to reach net zero, his successor will face these hurdles
Japan Inc is geared for a comeback
Tokyo stocks hit 30-year high as investors bet next leader will increase economic stimulus
Ruling Liberal Democratic party needs candidate with popular appeal and policy vision
Joi Ito was tipped to lead the initiative despite receiving funding from disgraced financier at MIT
Japanese prime minister’s approval rating dips despite Tokyo 2020 success as leadership deadline and election loom
The prime minister’s surprise declaration is forcing Japan to rethink its energy strategy
Covid-19 state of emergency declared in the capital and set to be in force throughout the Games
Suga pins hope on new agency to reduce bureaucracy after pandemic blunders
The Japanese prime minister is gambling that a successful games will boost his poll chances
Clash propels Japanese company deeper into governance crisis
Former Chicago mayor will boost Washington’s alliance with Tokyo as China’s influence grows
Defeats make it harder for Yoshihide Suga to call early national election
Summit Day 1: Biden says cutting emissions will boost jobs and China’s Xi promises to ‘phase down’ coal
Suga’s willingness to discuss Taiwan during his White House visit was a departure from the norm
Tensions simmer between neighbours as Biden urges united regional response to China
Prime minister’s blunt remarks after Biden meeting highlight worry over Beijing’s maritime moves
Pledge in call between leaders of US and Japan is latest sign of tough White House stance on China
Economists cut first-quarter growth forecast almost to zero but expect ‘robust pick-up’ in the spring
Japan unlikely to roll out vaccinations until end of February, says prime minister
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