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Japanese Economic Security Minister Sanae Takaichi, a front-runner in the Liberal Democratic Party leadership race.
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Viewpoint: Kishida makes way for fresh face as his party's fortunes fade in Japan

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced last month that he would not seek a new three-year term as head of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Today, the LDP kicks off a leadership campaign that will culminate on Sept. 27, with the winner replacing Kishida as prime minister.