Japan’s new prime minister, Ishiba Shigeru, has called for an Asian NATO. But salivating hawks should restrain the glee.

If at first you don't succeed, try again. Shigeru Ishiba, Japan's new prime minister, seems to have taken that lesson to heart: He ran for the office four times — and only succeeded on the fifth attempt.

Japanese leadership in damage control amid pushback over proposal, which has been described as premature by Washington

Shigeru Ishiba faces divided ruling party, low approval ratings and volatile financial markets ahead of snap election

As part of a bid to help the economy and shrinking population.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, during a speech Friday, discussed his economic and fiscal policies. (Translated excerpt) (Source: House of Representatives)