Japan: PM Fumio Kishida’s Future is in Dire Straits as LDP Could Lose Majority in General Election

Last updated on October 29th, 2021 at 04:07 am

Japan -The polls suggest that Japan’s new PM, Fumio Kishida’s dream to serve office long term could be short-lived as the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) might lose its majority in the upcoming general election. This could lead to a situation of political uncertainty.

A survey conducted by the Yomiuri daily predicted that the LDP would reach the more significant part yet may miss the mark. The Asahi daily polls also foretold that the party might lose seats but reach well above 233.

However, filling the shoes of former PM Yoshihide Suga won’t be an easy task for Kishida as he will be taking care of a stagnant economy hit by the Covid pandemic, the remainder of a major public health crisis, and expanded political manipulation by China. 

The LDP, which has governed Japan for most of the post-war time, will probably remain in power because of its alliance with Komeito, even though it’s pretty inevitable to suffer seats in parliament’s lower house. 

Related Posts

Senior personnel of the Center for American Progress, Tobias Harris, tweeted that “If Kishida wins in the general election and is able to win the upper house polls in 2022, he will be able to serve as PM for three years without facing an election.

If Kishida gets majority votes in the general election, his first task will be to retain Coronavirus cases low in numbers and free the world’s third-greatest economy from the pandemic. 

The majority of voters are frustrated with the pandemic restrictions and their aftermaths. In order to counter those, Kishida would need to win the citizens’ confidence by trying to bring back a normal life. Moreover, prevent a fresh outbreak and overwhelming of hospitals in winter. However, the emphasis stays on whether the LDP can cling to more seats without help from anyone else.

AP Journalist

Keeping all readers updated about the recent developments in the Asia Pacific region. I am an avid reader and an inquisitive mind. Follow for all that’s new in the region.

Recent Posts

Rosé & Bruno Mars: APT. Live Debut at MAMA Awards

K-pop star Rosé and Bruno Mars will perform their viral hit APT. live for the first time today at the… Read More

November 22, 2024

“We Will See”: Ronaldo on Playing with Cristiano Jr.

Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at a dream that has fans buzzing—playing professional football alongside his son, Cristiano Jr. In a… Read More

November 22, 2024

Canadian Authorities Accuse Indian Agents of Serious Crimes

The government of Canada has responded to a recent media report linking Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the killing of… Read More

November 22, 2024

Fewer Americans Apply for Unemployment, but Challenges Persist

The Labor Department reported on Thursday that new jobless claims fell by 6,000 to 213,000 for the week of November… Read More

November 21, 2024

Judge Stanalonis Appointed County Administrative Judge for St. Mary’s Circuit Court

Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader of the Supreme Court of Maryland has named Judge Joseph M. Stanalonis as the county… Read More

November 21, 2024

Coachella 2025: Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, Travis Scott to Headline

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is back in 2025 with an incredible lineup. Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post… Read More

November 21, 2024

This website uses cookies.

Read More