Ex-Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba Poised To Become Japan’s Next PM

Veteran lawmaker Shigeru Ishiba is set to become Japan’s next prime minister after winning a closely contested race for the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Friday. In his fifth attempt, Ishiba triumphed over nationalist Sanae Takaichi in a run-off vote, securing the position, as the LDP’s majority in parliament essentially guarantees him the premiership.