Japan’s incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, says he will dissolve the Lower House next week for a snap election on Oct. 27.
“I believe it’s important for the new administration to be judged by the people as soon as possible,” the newly elected Liberal Democratic Party president said at a news conference announcing the decision Monday.
The timing of the move is highly unusual and not without controversy.
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