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Covid-19 Minister could be Japan’s next Prime Minister
Following Japan’s Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announcing that he will be stepping down from his position, several front runners have emerged for the race to leadership.
Japan’s minister in charge of Covid-19 vaccines, Taro Kono, is being viewed as the most likely candidate, with a former internal affair minister also receiving support from party members.
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party, or LDP, will soon choose the individual that will lead the group to the next federal election.
The minister responsible for Covid-19 hasn’t confirmed his intention to run for the position yet, saying he wishes to speak with his colleagues first and then decide.
It has been reported that the minister will receive the support of Japan’s current PM, Suga, giving him a substantial popularity boost.
Meanwhile, an internal affairs minister Sanae Takaichi, is expected to be one of two women pushing to become the country’s first female leader.