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The Week

Can Japan's new prime minister govern effectively?

The Week
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Shigeru Ishiba is a "popular gadfly" and populist who has often irritated his colleagues.

His history of outspokenness may cause him to "struggle to govern" The Economist: Ishiba's rise "does not herald a drastic change" in Japan 's policies.

The new prime minister called for a snap election for Oct. 27 .