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326. Labour's first 100 days, the Tory leadership race, and Japan

The Rest Is Politics

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Dynamics of Japanese Politics

This chapter explores the long-standing dominance of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and significant historical shifts in its political landscape since 1955. It highlights recent political events, including a surprising leadership election outcome and the impact of internal scandals on government approval ratings. The discussion draws parallels with other countries, emphasizing challenges like economic stagnation and the implications of demographic changes for the future of Japanese politics.

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