Japan’s Kono Most Favored to Be Next Prime Minister

The transcript discusses the political landscape in Japan, focusing on Terrell Corner's candidacy for Prime Minister and the internal dynamics of the LDP. It highlights the impact of potential leadership changes on Japanese equity markets, driven by optimism for new economic policies. The challenges of managing leadership amid the pandemic are also addressed, with concerns about a return to revolving door leadership. The economic policies of candidates like Fumio Kishida and Sanaya Takeuchi are explored, emphasizing their potential impact on stability and continuity in Japan's leadership.

What are the implications of Fumio Kishida's proposed extra budget?

In what ways could a more popular leader affect the stability of the LDP?