Campaigning begins in leadership race of Japan's ruling LDP with 5 running

Campaigning for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's presidential election to choose a successor to outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba kicked off Monday, with five lawmakers vying to become Japan's next leader amid political turmoil.With the LDP-led coalition losing its majorities in both chambers of parliament, the contenders vowed to revive the party, curb inflation and advance foreigner-related policies, from overtourism to stricter immigration rules highlighted in recent elections.The outcome of the LDP leadership race may hinge on the candidate able to secure votes that previously…READ FULL ARTICLE