Shigeru Ishiba won the race to become Japan’s next prime minister on Friday. He will now replace Japan’s current premier Fumio Kishida.
The elections on Friday saw a close fight between Ishiba and hardline nationalist Sanae Takaichi in a run-off vote. It was seen as one of the most unpredictable leadership elections in decades, with a record nine candidates in the fray.
Who is Shigeru Ishiba?
Shigeru Ishiba is a veteran lawmaker and former Defence Minister of Japan.
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