1. Former Japanese Economic Security Minister Kobayashi Takayuki has announced his candidacy for the LDP leadership election, following the resignation of Japan's Prime Minister.
2. Kobayashi held a policy study session with over 20 lawmakers, including those who endorsed him in last year's race, discussing their shared sense of crisis about Japan's future.
3. Key supporters such as former Defense Minister Hamada Yasukazu and Ishii Junichi, the chairperson of the LDP Diet Affairs Committee, have expressed support for Kobayashi, stating they wish to work together for the betterment of the party and Japan.
2. Kobayashi held a policy study session with over 20 lawmakers, including those who endorsed him in last year's race, discussing their shared sense of crisis about Japan's future.
3. Key supporters such as former Defense Minister Hamada Yasukazu and Ishii Junichi, the chairperson of the LDP Diet Affairs Committee, have expressed support for Kobayashi, stating they wish to work together for the betterment of the party and Japan.
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Summary
Japanese Economic Security Minister Kobayashi Takayuki has declared his candidacy for the LDP leadership, following Japan's Prime Minister resignation. He held a policy session with over 20 lawmakers discussing shared concerns about Japan's future. Key supporters like former Defense Minister