Japan's new Prime Minister faces crucial test amid party scandal, as election polls open

Japan voted on Sunday in its tightest election in years, with new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his juggernaut Liberal Democratic Party facing potentially their worst result since 2009. More information with Jake Adelstein, journalist in Tokyo.

Oct 27, 2024 - 13:01
Japan's new Prime Minister faces crucial test amid party scandal, as election polls open
Japan voted on Sunday in its tightest election in years, with new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and his juggernaut Liberal Democratic Party facing potentially their worst result since 2009. More information with Jake Adelstein, journalist in Tokyo.