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YOSHIHIDE SUGA

Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 17, 2020
Nobuo Kishi, Abe's younger brother, seeks to carve out new role as Japan's defense chief
Past statements suggest the 61-year-old is aligned with his brother ideologically, having spent his career championing hawkish attitudes in defense and diplomacy.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 17, 2020
Australian restaurateur behind Suga's favorite pancakes hopes to cook at PM's place
'I trust someone who enjoys their food, and especially enjoys their pancakes,' restaurateur Bill Granger said.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 16, 2020
Suga takes the reins as Japan’s new prime minister, replacing Abe
Suga's reported Cabinet appointees underscore how he has embraced the label of being Abe's heir for the sake of continuity.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 16, 2020
Japan business leaders expect economic reforms under new leadership
Business leaders in Japan expressed expectations Wednesday that Yoshihide Suga, the country's new prime minister, will carry out economic reforms to boost the country's competitiveness and ensure a swift recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Sep 16, 2020
Suga expected to take back seat in shaping Japan's foreign policy
A dearth of diplomatic experience means he'll be relying heavily on key Cabinet ministers and his predecessor's playbook.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 16, 2020
The future of Abenomics with Suga at the helm
Many observers assume that Suga will change little as he presented himself to the LDP as the “continuity” candidate to replace Abe.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / EXPLAINER
Sep 16, 2020
With Suga as Japan PM, what are the chances of a snap election?
Faced with a weak opposition, the LDP must weigh possible political gains against voter backlash for taking its eye off the COVID-19 pandemic.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan / Commentary
Sep 16, 2020
Breaking down Suga's picks for his first Cabinet
With Yoshihide Suga formally appointed as prime minister on Wednesday, all eyes will be watching to see how the newly minted leader will steer Japan.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 16, 2020
After Abe, will Japan return to a 'revolving door' premiership?
The speed with which Suga secured the support of the LDP's secretary-general and leaders of other major factions suggests that he should not be underestimated.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 15, 2020
Abe’s last national security legacy for Suga to complete
Tokyo is contemplating setting a new direction for national security policy to cope with missiles targeting Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Sep 15, 2020
Can behind-the-scenes operator Suga excel as Japan’s prime minister?
Seldom has he been recognized for leadership ability, and his identity as a nonhereditary politician sets him apart from the scions who have led the nation for decades.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 15, 2020
Yuzawa in festive mood as hometown hero Suga set to become prime minister
Childhood friend Hirofumi Fujiwara, 74, said he was surprised to see many visitors coming to have a look at the place where the politician grew up.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 15, 2020
Abe's successor timed entrance perfectly, as tide turns for Japan
Suga's track record is promising. Earlier this year, as the risk of having supply chains in China became apparent, he came out in support of diversifying.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Sep 15, 2020
North Korea’s virus and economic woes may open door to Suga-Kim meeting
Kim Jong Un could extend an olive branch to Japan to receive aid to rebuild North Korea's stagnant economy.
Japan Times
JAPAN / FOCUS
Sep 15, 2020
Suga's pledge of stability and continuity offers reassurance for U.S.
The PM-to-be is largely seen as a continuity politician who will continue Abe's legacy and keep in line with his policies.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 14, 2020
Suga vows to 'create a Cabinet that works for people' after LDP election win
Newly elected party president says his Cabinet will include 'reform-minded people' from a variety of the LDP's factions.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 14, 2020
Aging and empty: Suga's hometown highlights Japan's challenges
Yuzawa in Akita Prefecture has seen a decline in its fortunes in recent years, with a low birth rate and high death rate.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 14, 2020
Japan's next leader: How Yoshihide Suga beat the odds to succeed Shinzo Abe
The current chief Cabinet secretary won by a landslide in the party poll, all but guaranteeing his spot at the top.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Sep 13, 2020
Aso latest LDP heavyweight to hint at snap election after leadership contest
Deputy PM's comments come as Yoshihide Suga, the front-runner to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, dodges questions on dissolving the Lower House.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 13, 2020
Hip hop hooray for likely future PM Suga with hometown T-shirt shout-out
Yoshihide Suga, used to suits, a lectern and the trappings of the Japanese government, now finds himself on hip hop T-shirts and bags in his hometown, where the locals are celebrating the man expected to become prime minister in a few days.
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.
How to tweak your diet when temperatures spike
Most people think of hydration as a strictly liquid-based concept, but eating foods with high water content is an essential part of making it through a Japanese summer unscathed.

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