Fumio Kishida, the Prime Minister of Japan, has publicly stated that he will not participate in an early election for the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). This announcement comes amid speculation regarding the timing of the next party leadership contest.
The LDP is Japan’s dominant political party, and its leader typically becomes the Prime Minister. Leadership elections can be triggered by various factors, including internal party dynamics or public pressure, but Kishida has clarified that he intends to serve his full term without seeking an early election.
Source: news.yahoo.co.jp