Motegi Reveals Bid for LDP Leadership After Ishiba’s Exit
(MENAFN) Former Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi revealed on Monday that he will compete in the leadership contest of the governing Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation, a news agency reported.
Motegi, who previously served as the LDP’s secretary-general, stated that he intends to dedicate himself to the nation by applying the knowledge and expertise he accumulated within the party and government.
On Sunday, Ishiba declared his decision to relinquish his post as head of the LDP amid intensifying demands for him to accept accountability for the party’s recent electoral defeats.
In a significant political blow last July, the LDP-led governing coalition forfeited its majority in the House of Councilors, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction among citizens with the administration.
This loss mirrored the outcome of a snap election for the House of Representatives in October 2024, which left the ruling alliance in the minority across both legislative chambers — the first occurrence of its kind since the party’s establishment in 1955.
After Ishiba’s announcement, the LDP is expected to deliberate on the structure and timetable of the upcoming leadership contest.
Some members of the party are advocating for including rank-and-file participants, not only parliamentary representatives, to ensure broader input in shaping the LDP’s recovery.
Alongside Motegi, several other LDP politicians are also preparing to campaign for the presidency of the party.
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