Fukuoka Governor Seitaro Hattori announced on November 26 his candidacy for re-election in the March 2025 gubernatorial race. Running as an independent, Hattori emphasized ongoing progress in industrial promotion and development, pledging to continue efforts toward a prosperous Fukuoka.
Elected in 2021, Hattori has previously served as Deputy Governor and held various key roles in the prefectural government since 1977. He seeks cross-party support for his re-election campaign. Source: NHK
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