Japan’s ruling party burns through another leader.

Fumio Kishida, the current leader of Japan's ruling party, is facing challenges as his approval rating drops and his party suffers in special elections. Rising consumer prices, a weak yen, and accusations of economic mismanagement have contributed to his decline in popularity. Additionally, the party has faced a scandal and criminal investigation under Kishida's leadership. There is uncertainty within the party about who could replace him, with no clear candidate commanding widespread support. Taro Aso, the party's vice president, and Yoko Kamikawa, Japan's first female Foreign Minister, are potential contenders. However, it is likely that Kishida will struggle to maintain his position as Prime Minister. [Extracted from the article]