Japan Prime Minister Dodges Criticism During Leaders Debate; Takes Cautious Stance on Revising Japan-U.S. Pact

By Takeo Maeda and Tatsuya Tanoue / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writers
17:41 JST,
October 13, 2024
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba demonstrated his committment to his political views during a recent inter-party debate at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo but also dodged numerous questions, saying he would continue to discuss certain issues within his Liberal Democratic Party.
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