Exclusive Live Interview with Koichi Hagiuda on the New LDP Leadership Dynamics

Exclusive Live Interview with Koichi Hagiuda

On October 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM, an exclusive live interview with Koichi Hagiuda, the acting secretary general of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), will be broadcasted. This 60-minute interview will be aired on Niconico Live Broadcasting as well as on the official Niconico News YouTube channel and X platform.

This interview comes shortly after the recent restructuring initiated by LDP President Sanae Takaichi, which started on October 7, 2025. Hagiuda has been appointed as the acting secretary general, assisting Secretary-General Toshihiro Suzuki in overseeing party operations. The role of acting secretary general is crucial, as it involves supporting the secretary general with party management, internal negotiations, and policy execution.

Hagiuda, who has previously held significant positions such as Chairman of the Policy Research Council and Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, enjoys considerable trust from various Prime Ministers and party leadership. However, this appointment is also noteworthy because it marks the first time a party leader has been brought into a high-ranking position despite discrepancies in financial disclosures concerning political faction funding. This aspect has raised considerable interest among political analysts and the public alike.

During the interview streamed on Niconico, we will dive into Hagiuda's plans and strategies as he steps into this new role under President Takaichi's leadership. We will explore his relationship with Takaichi and the political maneuvers in light of former Prime Minister Ishiba's resignation, which is expected to accelerate the shifts within the upcoming administration.

Program Details

- [Niconico Live Broadcast
- Official YouTube Channel
- Official X Account

This exclusive interview offers a crucial opportunity to gain insight into the evolving dynamics of the LDP under its new leadership and the implications for Japan’s political landscape as Hagiuda shares his vision and thoughts on the challenges ahead.