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Japan, today (14th), the ruling Liberal Democratic Party governor will be decided to succeed Prime Minister Abe.
Secretary Suga is sure to be elected, and Suga said he would consult with Prime Minister Abe on diplomatic matters, and the stern stance toward Korea is expected to continue for a while.
This is Yoo Seong-jae's correspondent from Tokyo.
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general meeting of members of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in Japan will be held this afternoon to elect the next governor.
Over 70% of the members of the National Assembly, more than 290, have expressed their support for the Secretary of State Suga, and Suga's overwhelming victory is expected by securing majority support in 47 regional votes.
After Prime Minister Abe's resignation announcement, five major factions, including the largest faction, Hosodapa, declared their support early and solidified the market.
Minister Suga has been involved in the main policies of the Abe regime for seven years and eight months, but has little diplomatic experience.
As if he was aware of this, he said he would communicate with neighboring countries such as Korea and China, but he also said he would seek diplomatic advice from the outgoing Prime Minister Abe.
[Suga/Japan Secretary of State: I think continuity is important in diplomacy.
Of course, I will go after consulting with (Prime Minister Abe).] It is
predicted that the Abe regime's strong stance against the regime will continue in the Suga regime.
The president of the Liberal Democratic Party, elected today, is nominated by the extraordinary National Assembly the day after tomorrow.
When the new Prime Minister disbands the National Assembly and goes to the general election, the biggest concern in Japanese politics is now.