New Members Say 'Better Under a Big Tree': 18 Join the Aso Faction as Factionalism Returns
Eighteen new lawmakers in Japan have joined the Aso faction of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, marking a significant shift back to factional politics amidst a backdrop of political instability.
Taro Aso of the Liberal Democratic Party wins 16th election: 'I want to make Japan shine' as the oldest incumbent
Taro Aso, the Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party and an 85-year-old incumbent, has secured his 16th election victory in Fukuoka's 8th district.