India, Sept. 9 -- Japan's ruling party is now facing a tough decision to select its new leader following Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation. The Liberal Democratic Party is looking to freshen up its leadership after facing losses in both houses of parliament in two national elections under Ishiba's watch.

There are several contenders set to replace Ishiba, including Sanae Takaichi, Shinjiro Koizumi, Yoshimasa Hayashi, Takayuki Kobayashi, Katsunobu Kato, Toshimitsu Motegi, and Kono Taro.

The dismal results from elections showed the voters were frustrated with the LDP's inflation countermeasures, perceived corruption within the party and the influx of foreigners visiting and working in Japan.

In this context, the new leader will...